Latitude and Solar Angle Period 1

Front

The sun is _________ solar energy to Earth.

Back

radiating

Front

What month has the lowest average temperature?

Back

January and December

Front

Is the equator a line of latitude or longitude?

Back

latitude

Front

The Earth is tilted ______ degrees.

Back

23.5

Front

We are heading into the winter season because ...

Back

we are tilted away from the sun.

Front

What is latitude?

Back

Latitude is the measurement of distance north or south of the equator.

Front

What is the equator?

Back

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

Front

How does the tilt of the Earth affect seasons?

Back

The tilt of the Earth causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to seasons.

Front

What is solar angle?

Back

Solar angle refers to the angle at which sunlight strikes the Earth, affecting the intensity of solar energy received.

Front

What happens during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

During summer, the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the sun, receiving more direct sunlight.