Seasons

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

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

Front

What is the position of the Earth during the Northern Hemisphere's spring?

Back

Position 3.

Front

Why does Antarctica experience six months of darkness in winter?

Back

Due to the tilt of the Earth, the Sun does not rise above the horizon for six months.

Front

Why are summer days hotter than winter days?

Back

Because the Northern axis is tilted toward the Sun during summer.

Front

What is the position of the Earth during summer in the Southern Hemisphere?

Back

Position 2.

Front

What is the significance of the Earth's axial tilt?

Back

It determines the intensity and duration of sunlight received at different latitudes, leading to seasonal changes.

Front

How does Earth's rotation affect day and night?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis causes different parts of the Earth to face the Sun or be in shadow, creating day and night.

Front

What is the equinox?

Back

An equinox is a time when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring in spring and autumn.

Front

What happens during the summer solstice?

Back

The summer solstice is the longest day of the year, occurring when one hemisphere is tilted closest to the Sun.

Front

What is the winter solstice?

Back

The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year, occurring when one hemisphere is tilted farthest from the Sun.