Earth's Cycles Review

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of Earth's axis causes the seasons. As Earth orbits the sun, different parts of Earth receive varying amounts of sunlight.

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What is the Northern Hemisphere?

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The Northern Hemisphere is the half of Earth that is north of the equator.

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What is the Southern Hemisphere?

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The Southern Hemisphere is the half of Earth that is south of the equator.

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What happens during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

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During summer in the Northern Hemisphere, the North Pole is tilted toward the sun, resulting in longer days and warmer temperatures.

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What happens during winter in the Northern Hemisphere?

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During winter in the Northern Hemisphere, the North Pole is tilted away from the sun, resulting in shorter days and colder temperatures.

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What is daylight?

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Daylight is the period of time when the sun is above the horizon and provides light.

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How does Earth's tilt affect daylight hours?

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Earth's tilt affects the length of daylight hours; when a hemisphere is tilted toward the sun, it experiences longer daylight hours.

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What is the equator?

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The equator is an imaginary line that divides Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

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What is the significance of the solstices?

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Solstices mark the points in the year when the sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon, resulting in the longest and shortest days.

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What is the significance of the equinoxes?

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Equinoxes occur when day and night are approximately equal in length, marking the start of spring and autumn.

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