Milankovitch Cycle

Question 1

what is it

Answer 1

periodic changes of earths orbit which affects the amount of sunlight the planet receives

Question 2

eccentricity

Answer 2

the varying shape of earths orbit around the sun, this shape changes from a more circular path to a more elliptical every100,000 years, affecting the amount of solar radiation the earth receives and influencing long term climate patterns.

Question 3

precession

Answer 3

it’s the changes in the earths orbital parameters over long periods, which can influence climate. precession specifically refers to the slow wobble in the Earth’s rotational axis, affecting the timing of seasons.

Question 4

axial tilt

Answer 4

the angle at which the earths axis is tilted relative to its orbital plane. this angle changes over time, influencing the intensity of seasonal variations and impacting long-term climate patterns.