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Which is more important in determining climate changes: Earth's orbit or Earth's tilt on its axis? Why?

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The axial tilt angle affects climate largely by determining which parts of the earth get more sunlight during different stages of the year. This is the primary cause for the different seasons Earth experiences throughout the year, as well as the intensity of the seasons for higher latitudes.

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