Seasons
What are the four seasons?
Spring, Summer, Fall (Autumn), Winter.
What is weather?
The state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.
How does Earth's tilt affect seasons?`
The tilt causes different areas to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, creating seasons.
What is temperature?
A measure of how hot or cold something is, often measured in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.
What are common summer activities?
Swimming, hiking, sports, and barbecuing.
What is the hottest season?
Summer
What is a climate?
The average weather conditions in a specific area over a long period.
What angle is Earth tilted?
Approximately 23.5 degrees.
How do temperatures change in seasons?
Temperatures generally rise in spring and summer and fall in autumn and winter.
What do people do in winter?
Skiing, snowboarding, and ice skating.
How do seasons affect animals?
Animals may migrate, hibernate, or change behavior based on the season.
What is precipitation?
Any form of water, such as rain or snow, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth.
What is equinox?
The time when day and night are of equal length, occurring in spring and fall.
What is the average temperature in summer?
It varies by location but is generally higher than in other seasons.
What are fall festivals?
Events celebrating harvests, such as pumpkin festivals and Halloween.
What causes the seasons?
The tilt of Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun.
How does wind affect weather?
Wind can carry moisture and heat, influencing temperature and precipitation patterns.
What is solstice?
The time when the Sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky, marking the longest and shortest days of the year.
How do oceans affect temperature?
Oceans regulate temperatures by absorbing heat during the day and releasing it at night.
What are spring sports?
Baseball, soccer, and track and field.
How do seasonal changes impact agriculture?
Different crops are planted and harvested based on the season, affecting food supply.
What is the difference between weather and climate?
Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns.
How does Earth's orbit affect seasons?
The elliptical orbit changes the distance from the Sun, slightly affecting seasonal temperatures.
How do urban areas affect local temperatures?
Urban areas tend to be warmer due to the heat island effect, caused by buildings and human activities.
How do different cultures celebrate seasons?
Various festivals and traditions, such as Thanksgiving in the fall or the Summer Solstice celebrations in different cultures.