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question 31
1 pts
what occurs when the sun is directly above the earths equator and signifies an important change in the number of daylight hours that we receive?
corona
ellipse
solstice
equinox

Explanation:

• Corona: It is the outer atmosphere of the Sun, not related to the Sun's position over the equator and daylight hours.
• Ellipse: A geometric shape (a type of oval), has no connection to the described astronomical event.
• Solstice: Occurs when the Sun is at its most extreme position (either northernmost or southernmost) relative to the Earth's equator, not directly above it.
• Equinox: Happens when the Sun is directly above the Earth's equator. On an equinox, day and night are approximately equal in length all over the world, marking a significant change in the pattern of daylight hours as the seasons transition.

Answer:

equinox