Question

Write a short note on Axis of Earth

Answer 1

Instructions:
Define Axis (2M)
Give the degree of tilt of Earth’s axis (1M)
Give the consequence of Earth’s tilt (2M)

Solution:

• An axis is an imaginary line around which a body rotates. The Earth rotates on its own imaginary Axis.
• The tilt of Earth's axis is 23.5°
• Tilting of Earth causes

1. Varying lengths of Day and Night
2. Seasons