Seasons

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun cause the seasons.

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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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What happens during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the sun, receiving more direct sunlight.

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What happens during winter in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun, receiving less direct sunlight.

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What is an equinox?

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An equinox is a time when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring in spring and fall.

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What is a solstice?

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A solstice is a time when the sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon, marking the longest and shortest days of the year.

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When does the winter solstice occur in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The winter solstice occurs around December 21st.

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When does the summer solstice occur in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The summer solstice occurs around June 21st.

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What is the warmest season in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Summer is the warmest season in the Northern Hemisphere.

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What is the coldest season in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Winter is the coldest season in the Northern Hemisphere.