Earth's Tilt
Earth is tilted at an angle of
23.5 degrees
Different parts of the Earth receive different amounts of sunlight throughout the year
How does the Earth's Tilt affect day Lengths in the summer and winter?
We experience longer days in summer and shorter days in winter
Constellations are
groups of stars
Do the stars come and go?
No, they are always there
Why is the tilt of the Earth important?
Because it prevents extreme hot and cold temperatures
Does everyone on Earth experience seasons the same way?
No
What day is summer solstice - the longest day?
June 21
Depending on where you are on Earth...
you see different constellations throughout the year
Why can't we see the stars during the day?
Because the brightness of the Sun overpowers their brightness
What happens to the tilt of the Earth as it revolves around the Sun?
It remains tilted
If it is currently Winter here, what season is it in New Zealand (the other side of the world)?
Summer
What day is winter solstice - the shortest day?
How many official constellations are there?
88
Why do we not see the same constellations throughout the year?
Because the Earth is constantly revolving around the Sun, viewing different constellations
How do countries near the Equator experience seasons?
They have a wet season and a dry season
What is a planisphere (or star wheel)?
A tool you can use to see how the sky appears to change throughout the year
What allows us to see different parts of the solar system?
The Earth's rotation and revolution
What determines which constellations you see at different points in the year?
Your location on Earth