A season is a period of the year that is distinguished by special climate conditions. The four seasons—spring, summer, fall, and winter—follow one another regularly. Each has its own light, temperature, and weather patterns that repeat yearly.
Outline
The Reasons for the Seasons
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- Inclination of the Earth (23.5 degrees)
- Angle of the sun’s rays
- Associated lines of latitude
Circulation of the Atmosphere
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- Equalization of temperature
- Hadley-Ferrel
- Three convective circuits in each hemisphere
- Location of the tropics and desert areas
