Question
Easy
The change in seasons on the earth occurs because-
1
the axis of rotation of the earth is perpendicular to the plane of its orbit
2
the axis of rotation of the earth is tilted with respect to the plane of its orbit
3
the distance between the earth and the sun is not constant
4
the axis of rotation of the earth is parallel to the plane of its orbit
Question Details
Time to Solve: 12
Exam: CTET
Level/Paper: CTET_P2
Chapter: Gravitation
Topic: Mass and Weight
Correct Answer
Option B
Explanation
The change in seasons on Earth occurs because the axis of rotation of the Earth is tilted with respect to the plane of its orbit. This is the correct explanation for the occurrence of seasons, and here is a detailed justification: 1. Explanation for Option 2 (Correct Answer): - The Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees relative to its orbital plane around the Sun. ThisтАжRead More
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