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Ah, the angle of the Earth to the Sun during the summer solstice is at its highest point in the sky, creating the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. It's like the Sun is giving our Earth a big hug, providing us with all that lovely sunshine to enjoy. Just imagine the beauty and warmth that comes along with it!
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Describe the position of the Earth during the summer solstice Where do the sun's rays srtike the Earth at a 90 degree angle?
During the summer solstice, the Earth's North Pole is tilted towards the Sun, causing the Northern Hemisphere to experience longer daylight hours. The Sun's rays strike the Tropic of Cancer at a 90-degree angle during this time.
When do the Sun's rays strike latitude 23.5 degrees at an angle of 90 degrees?
During the solstice (our summer for north, our winter for south).
When is the angle between earth's rotation axis and the sun the largest?
December or December solstice
If you standing at the South Pole will your shadow be longer or shorter?
If you are standing at the South Pole, your shadow will be non-existent during the summer solstice when the sun is directly overhead. During other times of the year, your shadow will be longer compared to standing at other latitudes due to the angle of the sun in relation to the Earth's surface. The length of your shadow will vary depending on the time of day and the season.
What causes the sun to be higher in the sky at noon in the summer?
The sun is higher in the sky at noon in the summer due to the tilt of the Earth's axis. During summer in the Northern Hemisphere, the North Pole is tilted toward the sun, resulting in longer days and a higher sun angle. This angle causes the sun to reach its peak point in the sky at noon during the summer months.
Describe the position of the Earth during the summer solstice Where do the sun's rays srtike the Earth at a 90 degree angle?
During the summer solstice, the Earth's North Pole is tilted towards the Sun, causing the Northern Hemisphere to experience longer daylight hours. The Sun's rays strike the Tropic of Cancer at a 90-degree angle during this time.
Why is the noon solar intensity greater on the summer solstice than on the winter solstice?
The noon solar intensity is greater on the summer solstice than on the winter solstice because the sun's rays hit the Earth more directly on the summer solstice due to the tilt of the Earth's axis. This leads to more concentrated solar energy reaching a given area, resulting in higher intensity.
What is the angle of the sun above you on a summer solstice?
the earths shape is sphere.
When do the Sun's rays strike latitude 23.5 degrees at an angle of 90 degrees?
During the solstice (our summer for north, our winter for south).
When is the angle of insolation greatest in New York?
Around June 21, the summer solstice.
If Earth were smaller than it is but the Alexandria-to-Syene distance were the same would the shadow of the vertical pillar in Alexandria be longer or shorter at noon during the summer solstice?
If Earth were smaller but the Alexandria-to-Syene distance remained the same, the angle of the sun's rays would change due to the decreased curvature of the Earth. This would result in a longer shadow cast by a vertical pillar in Alexandria at noon during the summer solstice, as the sun would be positioned lower in the sky compared to a larger Earth. Thus, the shorter radius of the smaller Earth would lead to a longer shadow.
How does the summer solstice occur in the northern hemisphere?
The summer solstice occurs in the northern hemisphere when the sun is at the most acute angle above the horizon. It usually occurs on or about June 21.
Are Days and nights equal at a solstice?
No. That would be an Equinox. The solstice is when the earth is tilted at maximum angle, (23 1/2 degrees) from the plane of the orbit around the sun. Either north or south pole is closer. The exact difference of night and day will vary depending on where you are on earth.
When does the 90o angle solar rays strike the Tropic of Cancer?
summer solstice, or june 21
What dates will the sun angle be 90 degrees at the tropic of cancer?
Northern hemisphere, summer solstice.
What is the angle of the sun's rays at Kansas City Mo on Spring equinox and summer solstice?
On the spring equinox, the angle of the sun's rays at noon in Kansas City, MO will be about 55 degrees above the horizon. On the summer solstice, the angle will be around 82 degrees. This difference is due to the tilt of Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun.
Why does the air temperature rise in the summer?
In the summer or if you want to be scientific about it summer solstice, the Earth is tilted towards the sun at a +23.5 degree angle therefore increasing the angle of the sun in the sky. With the increasing angle of the sun comes the increasing solar radiation which heats the air more in the summer then it does in the winter. Interestingly enough the Earth is closer to the sun during the winter (in overall distance) than it is in the summer. The Earth's tilt angle is what makes the big difference in the temperatures. The fact that it is warmer in the summer than it is in the winter also depends on where you are located latitude wise, as that will have some effect on how much solar radiation you will recieve. For example the sun heats the equator more readly than it does the North Pole no matter the tilt. That is because the the latitude at the equator is at 0 degrees and the North Pole is at 90 degrees. Lastly the sun angle at summer solstice puts the sun right at the top of the sky which doesn't make it the warmest day of the year. The warmest days of the year actually happen right after the summer solstice. It works the same during the winter, you don't get the coldest temperatures until after the winter solstice. This is because either during the summer or the winter when the solstice happens energy is being stored up kinda like in a giant jar. When it comes close to the time when a season shift happens, all of that energy that had been stored up previously gets released therefore giving you either the warmest or coldest days of the year. Hope this helps! :)
