In Earth's Northern Hemisphere, the Hours of Sunlight Per Day

question 43

Multiple Choice

In Earth's northern hemisphere, the hours of sunlight per day during the Summer Solstice are ____ at the North Pole as compared to the Equator.

• A) longer
• B) shorter
• C) the same
• D) 12 hours longer

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