The Different Seasons of the Year Are Due to the

question 33

Multiple Choice

The different seasons of the year are due to the

• A) tilt of the earth's axis as earth travels around the sun.
• B) distance from earth to the sun.
• C) rotation of the earth on its axis.
• D) rotation of the moon around the Earth.
• E) gravitational pull of the moon as it travels around the Earth.

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Definitions:

Atoms

The basic units of matter, consisting of a nucleus surrounded by electrons.

Nitrogen

A colorless, odorless, nonmetallic element that makes up about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere and is a constituent of all living tissues.

Calcium Chloride

A salt compound often used for ice melting, dust control, and as a desiccant because of its ability to absorb moisture.

Formula

A representation of the composition of molecules and compounds using symbols for the elements.