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22nd December is the shortest day in the
a. Southern Hemisphere
b. regions near the poles
c. regions near the Equator
d. Northern Hemisphere
a. Southern Hemisphere
b. regions near the poles
c. regions near the Equator
d. Northern Hemisphere
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Solution
The correct answer is option (d).
Explanation: On 22 December, the Northern Hemisphere turns away from the Sun and experiences the shortest day. On the contrary, at this time, the Southern Hemisphere inclines towards the Sun and therefore experiences the longest day.
Explanation: On 22 December, the Northern Hemisphere turns away from the Sun and experiences the shortest day. On the contrary, at this time, the Southern Hemisphere inclines towards the Sun and therefore experiences the longest day.
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