Question

2.4.5 Quiz: The Earth and Moon System

Question 10 of 10
The Northern Hemisphere experiences winter when Earth is farthest from the
sun.
O A True
OB. False

Answer 1

The Northern Hemisphere experiences winter when Earth is closest to the sun, not farthest.

Step-by-step explanation:

False

The Northern Hemisphere experiences winter when Earth is closest to the sun. This is because the tilt of Earth's axis causes the angle and intensity of sunlight to be less direct during winter, leading to colder temperatures. When Earth is farthest from the sun, it is actually summer in the Northern Hemisphere due to the same tilt of the axis.

Learn more about Seasons and Earth's tilt