Seasons Review

Front

What happens to the Earth's axis during spring and fall?

Back

The Earth's axis is neither pointed away nor toward the sun.

Front

Which hemisphere experiences summer when it is summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

The Northern Hemisphere.

Front

What season occurs in the Southern Hemisphere when it is fall in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Spring.

Front

Why is the Equator the warmest part of the Earth?

Back

Because it receives the most direct sunlight.

Front

What would happen to the seasons if the Earth's axis were straight up and down?

Back

There would be no seasons.

Front

What are the four seasons?

Back

Spring, Summer, Fall (Autumn), Winter.

Front

How does the tilt of the Earth's axis affect the seasons?

Back

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

Front

What is the significance of the Equinox?

Back

During an Equinox, day and night are approximately equal in length.

Front

What causes the change of seasons?

Back

The change of seasons is caused by the tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun.

Front

What is the difference between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres in terms of seasons?

Back

When it is summer in the Northern Hemisphere, it is winter in the Southern Hemisphere, and vice versa.