What causes day and night on Earth?
EARTH SEASONS

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Day and night occur because of the Earth's rotation on its axis, not its revolution around the sun.
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In spring, is the axis of the Earth pointed away or toward the sun?
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Neither away nor toward; the axis is tilted.
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What is the reason for the changing seasons on Earth?
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The seasons occur because of Earth's revolution around the Sun and the tilt of its axis.
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Why does the equator have a consistent temperature throughout the year?
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The equator always receives direct sunlight, leading to a stable temperature.
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What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when the Earth is in Position 3?
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Summer.
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What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?
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The Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees.
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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?
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It takes about 365.25 days for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun.
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