The Seasons

Front

What causes there to be longer number of hours of light during the summer?

Back

Earth tilts toward the sun in summer.

Front

Why is the Equator warmest?

Back

Because it receives the most direct sunlight.

Front

What is the longest day of the year?

Back

Summer solstice.

Front

Why is it warmer in the summer?

Back

More direct light because of Earth's tilt.

Front

The term equinox means....

Back

Equal amount of daylight and equal amount of night.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth?

Back

The angle at which the Earth is tilted on its axis, approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

What are the four seasons?

Back

Spring, Summer, Fall (Autumn), Winter.

Front

What happens during the winter solstice?

Back

It is the shortest day of the year.

Front

What is the summer solstice?

Back

The longest day of the year.

Front

How does the Earth's revolution affect seasons?

Back

The Earth's revolution around the sun, combined with its tilt, causes the seasons to change.