Seasons and the Earths Movement

Front

What is the time it takes for the Earth to make one revolution around the Sun?

Back

365 days

Front

Why is the Equator the warmest part of the Earth?

Back

Because it receives the most direct sunlight.

Front

What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 3?

Back

Summer

Front

What does the term 'equinox' mean?

Back

Equal amount of daylight and equal amount of night.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to rotate on its axis one time?

Back

24 hours.

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis; revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun.

Front

What are the two equinoxes that occur each year?

Back

Vernal (Spring) Equinox and Autumnal (Fall) Equinox.

Front

What is the significance of the summer solstice?

Back

It is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.

Front

What happens during the winter solstice?

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It is the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.