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

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Question 36

It is summer in the southern hemisphere of the Earth in December.

Which statement explains why?

A

The Earth is closer to the Sun in December.

B

The south pole of the axis of the Earth's rotation is tilted towards the Sun in December.

C

The Earth rotates faster on its axis in December.

D

The Moon is closer to the southern hemisphere 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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