Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

A date when the day and night are equal is called:

  1. Summer solistice

  2. Equinox

  3. Winter solistice

  4. Mid summer night

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B Correct answer
Explanation

An equinox is the date when day and night are approximately equal in length worldwide. This occurs twice yearly - around March 20 (vernal/spring equinox) and September 22 (autumnal equinox). Solstices mark the longest and shortest days, not equal days.