If the Earth's Axis Were Tilted by 5°, Instead of Its

question 36

Multiple Choice

If the Earth's axis were tilted by 5°, instead of its actual tilt, how would the seasons be different than they are currently?

• A) The seasons would remain the same.
• B) Summers would be warmer.
• C) Winters would last longer.
• D) Winters would be warmer.
• E) Summers would last longer.

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Definitions:

Malpighian Tubules

Excretory tubes uniquely found in the digestive system of insects and arachnids, serving to remove waste products from the blood.

Major Nitrogenous Waste

The primary form of nitrogen excreted by organisms, which varies among species (urea in mammals, uric acid in birds and reptiles, and ammonia in aquatic organisms).

Annelids

A phylum of segmented worms that includes earthworms and leeches, characterized by their segmented bodies and presence in diverse habitats.

Nitrogenous Waste

Waste products containing nitrogen, such as ammonia, urea, and uric acid, produced by the metabolism of proteins and nucleic acids.