Earth's Seasons

Front

What is the start of winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Four

Front

What is the term for the Earth's movement around the Sun that takes 365 days?

Back

Revolution

Front

What do points #1 and #3 have in common during the seasons?

Back

Both are experiencing Equinox.

Front

How is the term equinox defined?

Back

Prefix Equi means 'equal' and Suffix Nox means 'night'.

Front

What is the shape of the orbit that planets follow around the Sun?

Back

Elliptical orbit.

Front

What are the two equinoxes that occur each year?

Back

Vernal Equinox and Autumnal 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?

Back

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

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis as it orbits the Sun.

Front

What is the angle of tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

Approximately 23.5 degrees.