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- 1Keep the tilt fixed while moving Earth around its orbit.
- 2Compare the illuminated northern hemisphere at 90° and 270°.
- 3Set tilt to zero and consider how the seasonal contrast changes.
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Why seasons happen
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- Explain Solar declination ≈ tilt × sin(orbit angle)
- Change one input at a time and predict its effect before checking the model.
- Apply the relationship in a quiz and explain the reasoning behind your answer.
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The relationshipSolar declination ≈ tilt × sin(orbit angle)
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When the goal is met: Earth’s tilted axis makes the northern hemisphere lean towards the Sun at this position. Seasons are not caused primarily by changing Earth–Sun distance.