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Earth, Moon, and the Sun — Science STD 7 — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 7ScienceEarth, Moon, and the Sun2 Marks
Question
What is a solstice? Explain with examples.
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Answer

A solstice is an astronomical event that occurs twice each year when the Sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky relative to the Earth. The summer solstice (around June 21 in the Northern Hemisphere) marks the longest day of the year, while the winter solstice (around December 21 in the Northern Hemisphere) marks the shortest day of the year.

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