Question

at the equator (the imaginary line that runs around the center of the earth), there are no seasonal changes. match the descriptions below to the regions of the earth to explain why. all answer choices will be used. only 1 column will have more than 1 answer. (3 points) northern and southern hemispheres equator north and south poles :: receives direct sunlight for part of the year :: always receives direct sunlight :: only receives indirect sunlight during the summer :: receives indirect sunlight for part of the year

Explanation:

1. Northern and Southern Hemispheres: These regions experience seasonal changes. They receive direct sunlight for part of the year (when their respective hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun, causing summer) and indirect sunlight for part of the year (when tilted away, causing winter). So the descriptions "Receives direct sunlight for part of the year" and "Receives indirect sunlight for part of the year" match here.
2. Equator: The equator is always in a position where it gets direct sunlight throughout the year because the Earth's axis tilt doesn't cause the Sun's rays to be at a steep angle here. So the description "Always receives direct sunlight" matches.
3. North and South Poles: These regions have extreme seasonal differences. During their summer, they still only get indirect sunlight (since the Sun is low on the horizon even at peak), and in winter, they have long periods of darkness. So the description "Only receives indirect sunlight during the summer" matches.

Answer:

• Northern and Southern Hemispheres: Receives direct sunlight for part of the year, Receives indirect sunlight for part of the year
• Equator: Always receives direct sunlight
• North and South Poles: Only receives indirect sunlight during the summer