Why is the June solstice associated with the Southern Hemisphere winter?



Figure 9-2: Earth–Sun relations on June solstice.



The above question is based on Figure 9-2, showing Earth–Sun relations on June 21.



What will be an ideal response?


Sun lowest in sky in Southern Hemisphere.

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The concept of "biosphere" refers to the fact that life has changed in response to the earth. but the earth has not changed in response to life.

a. true b. false

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A) decreases by one-quarter. B) decreases by one-half. C) increases to twice as much. D) increases to four times as much. E) stays the same.

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