In the northern hemisphere, which season has shorter days and longer nights?
A
Summer
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B
Winter
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C
Spring
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D
Autumn
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Solution
The correct option is B Winter During winter, the northern hemisphere tilts away from the Sun. Hence, it is exposed to the Sun for a lesser time, causing longer nights and shorter days.