Significance of Atmosphere and Human Impact Quiz

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Explain why the temperature is high between the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn.

The angle of incidence of the sun's rays is always higher in this region, leading to high temperatures.

What causes the movement of the sun from the Tropic of Cancer to the Tropic of Capricorn?

The tilted axis of the earth causes this movement.

What happens during the Summer Solstice on 21st June?

Sun's rays cover maximum areas of the Northern Hemisphere, leading to summer season in the Northern Hemisphere.

Describe the Winter Solstice at the Tropic of Capricorn.

<p>During Winter Solstice, the Southern Hemisphere experiences summer season while the Northern Hemisphere has winter season.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do human actions contribute to degrading the atmosphere?

<p>Human actions release pollutants and greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, leading to air pollution and global warming.</p> Signup and view all the answers