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Requirement 9 of 12
Earth's Tilt and Climate
Explain how Earth's tilt affects climate near the equator, near the poles, and in regions between them.
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Requirement 9 discussion guide
Use these notes to explain why Earth's tilt changes the angle and intensity of sunlight around the globe.
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Earth's tilt and climate regions
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- Earth's axis is tilted, so sunlight reaches different parts of the planet at different angles during the year.
- Regions near the equator receive more direct sunlight on average and tend to stay warmer.
- Regions near the poles receive sunlight at lower angles and have much colder climates.
- Regions between the equator and poles usually have more seasonal variation because the sun angle changes more through the year.
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