Rotation, Revolution, and Seasons

Front

What is the point called when the Earth is closest to the sun?

Back

Perihelion

Front

Which part of the Earth does not experience seasonal changes?

Back

The equator

Front

What season is it in Australia when it is winter in the northern hemisphere?

Back

Summer

Front

What happens to the seasons of a planet that is more tilted than Earth?

Back

Their seasons will be more extreme.

Front

When the North Pole is tilted toward the sun, which area has the most hours of daylight?

Back

The arctic circle.

Front

What is the term for the Earth's yearly orbit around the sun?

Back

Revolution.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis responsible for?

Back

The changing seasons.

Front

What is the term for the position of the Earth when it is farthest from the sun?

Back

Aphelion.

Front

What are the two main types of movements that affect the Earth's climate?

Back

Rotation and revolution.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's rotation on day and night?

Back

It causes day and night cycles.