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6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon

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Question 23

It is winter in the northern hemisphere of the Earth in December.

Which statement explains why?

A

The Earth is further from the Sun in December.

B

The north pole of the axis of the Earth's rotation is tilted away from the Sun in December.

C

The Earth's rotation on its axis slows down in December.

D

The Moon's orbit is aligned with the Earth's equator in December.

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6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon Questions

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40 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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