Earth's Seasons and Solar Insolation

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why do the seasons occur on Earth?
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Due to the Earth's axial tilt and its orbit around the Sun.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the primary reason why the tropics experience warm temperatures year-round?
Back
The Sun is always directly overhead, providing high solar insolation.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What effect does solar insolation have on ecosystems?
Back
It determines the types of plants and animals that can thrive in different regions.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which factor has the greatest influence on the intensity of solar insolation at a given location?
Back
The tilt of the Earth's axis.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
During the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, the Earth is tilted:
Back
Away from the Sun.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is solar insolation?
Back
The amount of solar energy received per unit area at a given location.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does latitude affect solar insolation?
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Solar insolation decreases as latitude increases, leading to cooler temperatures at higher latitudes.
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