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Which of the following best describes the main cause of Earth's seasons? A. The elliptical orbit of Earth around the Sun, which brings it closer to the Sun in summer and farther away in winter. B. The tilt of Earth's axis relative to its orbital plane, which causes varying angles of sunlight and day lengths throughout the year. C. The varying distance between Earth and the Moon, which affects tidal forces and seasonal changes. D. The gravitational pull of other planets, which affects Earth's axial tilt and climate.

Which of the following best describes the main cause of Earth's seasons? A. The elliptical orbit of Earth around the Sun, which brings it closer to the Sun in summer and farther away in winter. B. The tilt of Earth's axis relative to its orbital plane, which causes varying angles of sunlight and day lengths throughout the year. C. The varying distance between Earth and the Moon, which affects tidal forces and seasonal changes. D. The gravitational pull of other planets, which affects Earth's axial tilt and climate.

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Which of the following best describes the main cause of Earth's seasons? A. The elliptical orbit of Earth around the Sun, which brings it closer to the Sun in summer and farther away in winter. B. The tilt of Earth's axis relative to its orbital plane, which causes varying angles of sunlight and day lengths throughout the year. C. The varying distance between Earth and the Moon, which affects tidal forces and seasonal changes. D. The gravitational pull of other planets, which affects Earth's axial tilt and climate.
Transcribed Image Text:Which of the following best describes the main cause of Earth's seasons? A. The elliptical orbit of Earth around the Sun, which brings it closer to the Sun in summer and farther away in winter. B. The tilt of Earth's axis relative to its orbital plane, which causes varying angles of sunlight and day lengths throughout the year. C. The varying distance between Earth and the Moon, which affects tidal forces and seasonal changes. D. The gravitational pull of other planets, which affects Earth's axial tilt and climate.
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