Understanding the Seasons

The video explains how Earth's rotation causes day and night, while its tilt and revolution around the Sun lead to different seasons. It details the duration of Earth's revolution and how the tilt affects sunlight distribution, resulting in seasonal changes. The summer solstice marks the longest day, while the winter solstice is the shortest. The autumnal and spring equinoxes signify equal daylight and darkness, marking transitions between seasons.

What causes the Earth to experience day and night?

• The Earth's rotation on its axis

• The Earth's orbit

• The Earth's revolution around the Sun

• The Earth's tilt

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

• 24 hours

• 30 days

• 365 days

• 12 months

During which event does the northern hemisphere experience the longest day of the year?

• Vernal equinox

• Winter solstice

• Autumnal equinox

• Summer solstice

What marks the beginning of the fall season?

• Vernal equinox

• Winter solstice

• Autumnal equinox

• Summer solstice

Which event is characterized by equal amounts of daylight and darkness?

• Winter solstice

• Autumnal equinox

• Vernal equinox

• Summer solstice