Seasons Review [24]

Front

What is the imaginary pole that runs through the center of the Earth?

Back

Axis

Front

How long does it take for Earth to complete one full rotation?

Back

24 hours

Front

Which hemisphere do we live in?

Back

Northern Hemisphere

Front

What is the effect of the sun's indirect light on Earth's surface?

Back

It covers more surface area and lowers temperatures.

Front

What season is experienced in the northern hemisphere during December?

Back

Winter

Front

What causes the change of seasons on Earth?

Back

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

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for Earth to orbit the sun?

Back

365 days or one year.

Front

What is the difference between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

Back

They experience opposite seasons; when it's summer in the Northern Hemisphere, it's winter in the Southern Hemisphere.

Front

What is the significance of the equator?

Back

It divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres and is the point of zero degrees latitude.

Front

What happens during the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

It is the longest day of the year, occurring around June 21.