Which accurately describes Earth’s position and orientation during summer in the northern hemisphere?(1 point)

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Earth is at its closest point to the Sun.
Earth is at its closest point to the Sun.

Earth’s hemispheres receive equal amounts of solar energy.
Earth’s hemispheres receive equal amounts of solar energy.

The north end of Earth’s rotational axis leans toward the Sun.
The north end of Earth’s rotational axis leans toward the Sun.

The Sun emits a greater amount of light and heat energy.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

The north end of Earth’s rotational axis leans toward the Sun.

During summer in the northern hemisphere, the tilt of Earth's axis causes that hemisphere to receive more direct sunlight, resulting in warmer temperatures.