What is the longest day of the year known as:
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Summer Solstice
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Spring Equinox
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Winter Solstice
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Autumn Equinox
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Correct answer
Explanation
The Summer Solstice occurs around June 20-22 in the Northern Hemisphere and December 20-22 in the Southern Hemisphere. It's the longest day of the year because the hemisphere tilted toward the Sun experiences maximum daylight hours: up to 24 hours in the Arctic/Antarctic Circles. The solstice happens when one pole reaches its maximum tilt toward the Sun.