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What is the windward side of a mountain?
What is the windward side of a mountain?
By how many degrees does the Earth's axis incline to the plane of the ecliptic?
By how many degrees does the Earth's axis incline to the plane of the ecliptic?
What is a direct consequence of the inclination of the Earth's axis?
What is a direct consequence of the inclination of the Earth's axis?
What effect does the change in the angle of the sun's rays over many days have?
What effect does the change in the angle of the sun's rays over many days have?
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What is illustrated in the diagram of the Earth's rotation?
What is illustrated in the diagram of the Earth's rotation?
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Flashcards
Windward side
Windward side
The side of a mountain facing the wind.
Leeward side
Leeward side
The side of a mountain facing away from the wind.
Earth's axial tilt
Earth's axial tilt
Earth's axis is tilted 23.5 degrees.
Angle of sun's rays
Angle of sun's rays
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Seasons and temperature
Seasons and temperature
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Study Notes
The Role of the Sun
- The sun's interaction with the Earth's tilted axis causes different amounts of sunlight on different sides of the mountains, resulting in variations in temperatures, which affect wind patterns.
Earth's Rotation and the Inclination of the Earth's Axis
- The Earth's axis is inclined at 23.5 degrees, causing the angle of the sun's rays to vary throughout the day and year.
- This variation influences the amount of sunlight received in different locations and at different times, leading to changes in temperature and other weather patterns.
- The angle of the sun and the degree it strikes the Earth's surface change daily.
- During a year, different seasons result in different angles of sunlight.
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Description
Explore how the sun's interaction with the Earth's inclined axis affects sunlight distribution and temperature variations. This quiz delves into the impact of Earth's rotation and the tilt of its axis on seasonal changes and weather patterns.
