Reasons for the Seasons: Review
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes the seasons on Earth?
Back
The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun cause the seasons.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the position of the Earth during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?
Back
The Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the equator?
Back
The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, located halfway between the North and South Poles.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What season does the Southern Hemisphere experience when the Northern Hemisphere is in summer?
Back
The Southern Hemisphere experiences winter.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is revolution in terms of celestial bodies?
Back
Revolution is the movement of one object around another, such as the Earth revolving around the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What season is the Northern Hemisphere in when it is tilted away from the Sun?
Back
The Northern Hemisphere is in winter.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of the Earth's axial tilt?
Back
The Earth's axial tilt of approximately 23.5 degrees is responsible for the changing seasons.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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