Which of the following best explains why the Southern Hemisphere experiences seasons opposite to those in the Northern Hemisphere?(1 point)

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The tilt of Earth's axis is reversed in the Southern Hemisphere.
The tilt of Earth's axis is reversed in the Southern Hemisphere.

The Southern Hemisphere is closer to the sun during its winter.
The Southern Hemisphere is closer to the sun during its winter.

The Southern Hemisphere receives less direct sunlight during its summer.
The Southern Hemisphere receives less direct sunlight during its summer.

The Southern Hemisphere has a longer revolution around the sun

Answer 1

The best explanation for why the Southern Hemisphere experiences seasons opposite to those in the Northern Hemisphere is:

The tilt of Earth's axis is reversed in the Southern Hemisphere.

However, this statement could be misleading as the tilt itself is not "reversed," but rather the orientation of the tilt in relation to the Sun results in opposite seasons. During the Northern Hemisphere's summer, the North Pole is tilted towards the Sun, resulting in warmer temperatures, while the Southern Hemisphere is tilted away from the Sun, resulting in cooler temperatures, and vice versa.