Multiple choice

What causes the Earth's seasons?

  1. The Earth's rotation

  2. The Moon

  3. The Earth's tilt

  4. The distance of the Sun
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Explanation

Earth's seasons are caused by the tilt of its rotational axis relative to its orbital plane as it revolves around the Sun. This tilt causes different parts of Earth to receive varying amounts of direct sunlight throughout the year.

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