The _____ of the Earth’s axis as it orbits the sun causes seasons.

Question

During the month of ____ the Earth is farthest away from the sun.
Level Up Question(optional): What is the difference between the near and far points in the Earth’s orbit? ______

Answer 1

The tilt of the Earth's axis as it orbits the sun causes seasons.
During the month of July, the Earth is farthest away from the sun.
Level Up Question Answer: The difference between the near and far points in the Earth's orbit is about 5 million kilometers or 3 million miles. This is known as the eccentricity of the Earth's orbit.