Seasons aren't dictated by closeness to the Sun Flashcards

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What causes Seasons?

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The Earth’s spin-axis’s tilt in respect to the orbital plane causes the Seasons. Seasons are not caused in any way by the Sun.

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Why does the tilt of the Spin-Axis cause Seasons?

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At different tilt-angles, some parts of the world get more direct light than others.

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