Question 1
The Earth and Solar SystemWhich of the following phenomena is not directly related to the revolution of the earth?
- A.Seasonal changes
- B.Varying duration of sunshine hours
- C.Unequal solar radiation on the earth's surface
- D.Night and day
- E.The tropics
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (Night and day)
Explanation
Night and day come from the earth's rotation on its axis; the others come from its revolution round the sun with a tilted axis.