The figure shows the Earth at two positions A and C in its orbit around the Sun. (a) At which position does the northern hemisphere have summer? (b) Give two reasons why it is warmer then. (c) What season does the southern hemisphere have at that time?

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TextSeasons Due to Tilt of Earth's Axis

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The main cause of seasons on Earth is:

Assertion (A): In June, it is summer in the northern hemisphere. Reason (R): The Earth is nearest to the Sun in early January.

Why are days longer than nights in summer in the northern hemisphere?