Seasons

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What season is it in the Northern Hemisphere if it is winter in the Southern Hemisphere?

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Summer.

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In the hemisphere experiencing winter, is the Earth's axis pointed away or toward the sun?

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Away.

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In the hemisphere experiencing summer, is the Earth's axis pointed away or toward the sun?

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Toward.

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How long does it take the Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

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1 day.

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Why is summer warmer than winter?

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The hemisphere experiencing summer is tilted more directly toward the sun.

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What causes the change of seasons on Earth?

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

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What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

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Approximately 23.5 degrees.

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What are the two solstices in a year?

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Summer solstice and winter solstice.

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What are the two equinoxes in a year?

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Vernal (spring) equinox and autumnal (fall) equinox.

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During which season does the Northern Hemisphere experience the longest day?

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Summer.

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