Seasons

Front

What causes seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of Earth's axis.

Front

What season is it for us in the Northern Hemisphere in the picture?

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Winter

Front

Which position of Earth in the picture would represent the Vernal Equinox? Options: Position A, Position B, Position C, Position D

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Position A

Front

Which position of Earth in the picture would have the fewest hours of daylight? Options: Position A, Position B, Position C, Position D

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Position D

Front

Which plate on Earth would receive the most direct sunlight? Options: Plate A, Plate B, Plate C, Plate L

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Plate C

Front

Based on the angle of sun rays for us in Houston, where can you conclude the Sun would be located on the celestial sphere?

Back

Front

With the Earth in the position shown, is there anywhere that would receive no sunlight for more than a 24 hr period?

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Yes, the South Pole will be dark for more than 24 hrs.

Front

What is it called when the Sun crosses the celestial equator moving south in the sky?

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Autumnal Equinox

Front

What are the Sun's coordinates in the picture?

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