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Vernal Equinox in know as that in the northern hemisphere, but what is it known as in the southern hemisphere?

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In the southern hemisphere, the vernal equinox is known as the autumnal equinox and marks the beginning of autumn.

Step-by-step explanation:

In the southern hemisphere, the vernal equinox is known as the autumnal equinox. Just like the vernal equinox marks the beginning of spring in the northern hemisphere, the autumnal equinox marks the beginning of autumn in the southern hemisphere. It occurs around September 21.

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