What is the December solstice?
Science Assessment 3 6th Grade

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The December solstice is the point in winter when the Northern Hemisphere receives the least amount of daylight hours due to the tilt of the Earth's axis.
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What is the water cycle?
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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
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Which sphere of Earth is primarily responsible for the water cycle?
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The Hydrosphere is primarily responsible for the water cycle, as it includes all the water on Earth.
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What are the main spheres involved in soil formation?
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The Geosphere and Biosphere are mainly involved in soil formation, as soil is created from rock and organic matter.
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What causes different seasons on Earth?
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Different seasons occur due to the tilt of the Earth's axis relative to its orbital plane, affecting how sunlight is distributed across the hemispheres.
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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?
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Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun.
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What is the significance of the Earth's tilt?
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The Earth's tilt is significant because it affects the intensity and duration of sunlight received by different parts of the Earth, leading to seasonal changes.
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