In the Middle Latitudes of the Northern Hemisphere, the Day

question 22

Multiple Choice

In the middle latitudes of the Northern Hemisphere, the day with the shortest number of daylight hours occurs on ____.

• A) June 21
• B) December 21
• C) September 22
• D) January 1

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Definitions:

Proglottid

A segment of a tapeworm, containing both male and female reproductive organs, which can produce eggs and eventually detach from the main body.

Fertilized Eggs

Eggs that have been inseminated by sperm, initiating embryonic development that can lead to the birth of an offspring.

Prialt

A powerful painkiller derived from cone snail venom, used for treating severe chronic pain in certain conditions.

Cone Snails

Marine snails known for their beautifully colored shells and potent venom, which they use to immobilize prey.