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