GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -It is known that the Earth has an axis of inclination, which causes a difference in illumination in the areas of the planet. Thus, throughout the movement, the Earth’s surface lights up unevenly, that is, the areas do not receive the same amount of solar energy, resulting in the seasons.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Southern Hemisphere receives more energy during December (southern summer) than the Northern Hemisphere does in June (northern summer) because Earth’s orbit is not a perfect circle and Earth is slightly closer to the Sun during that part of its orbit.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Earth revolves around the sun in an elliptical orbit and is closer to the sun during part of the year. When the sun is nearer the Earth, the Earth’s surface receives a little more solar energy.

Detailed explanation-4: -Twice a year, March 21 and September 23, both hemispheres receive the same amount of radiation. These two days are called the equinox meaning equal night where Both hemispheres have 12 hours of daylight and darkness. The tilt of the earth produces the seasons as it orbits the sun.

Detailed explanation-5: -Latitude, climate, and weather patterns are major factors that affect insolation-the amount of solar radiation received on a given surface area during a specific amount of time. Locations in lower latitudes and in arid climates generally receive higher amounts of insolation than other locations.