Exploring the Tilt of the Earth
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The Earth is tilted on its axis, and this tilt is what causes the seasons. By using a globe, flashlight, and paper figures, you can explore how the tilt of the Earth affects the intensity of the sunlight at a given location.
Hypothesis
The hypothesis is that the tilt of the Earth affects the intensity of the sunlight at a given location.
Method & Materials
You will use a globe, flashlight, and paper figures to explore how the tilt of the Earth affects the intensity of the sunlight at a given location.
You will need a globe, flashlight, circle cut from black paper, figure of a person cut from purple paper, figure of a person cut from pink paper, and tape.
Results
Through this experiment, it is observed that the tilt of the Earth affects the intensity of the sunlight at a given location. The sun is brighter and more direct for the person in summer than for the person in winter.
Why do this project?
This science project is interesting and unique because it allows students to explore the tilt of the Earth and its impact on the intensity of the sunlight at a given location in a hands-on way.
Also Consider
Experiment variations to consider include exploring the tilt of the Earth at different times of the year and exploring the tilt of the Earth at different latitudes.
Full project details
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