WAEC Geography 2002 Question 13

Question 13

The Earth and Solar System

The tilting of the earth's axis and the revolution of the earth cause

  1. A.differences in the length of day and night
  2. B.differences in time between places on different longitudes
  3. C.the deflection of ocean currents and winds.
  4. D.low tides and high tides.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (differences in the length of day and night)

Explanation

Because the axis is tilted as the earth orbits the sun, the length of day and night (and the seasons) changes through the year.