I need help with my reasons for the seasons portfolio my teacher won't respond to me.
This is what I have so far I don't know if i'm right with the answers I put down already:
Identify the independent variable in this experiment. # Answered
The textbook tilted 10 degrees each time.The circles I drew cept getting lower on the graph paper.
Identify two constants in this experiment. # not answered yet
Identify the dependent variable in this experiment. # answered
They changed how many squares are in the circle.
How did the brightness or intensity of the light change as the degree of tilt increased? # not answered yet
Explain how this demonstration models the way in which the intensity of sunlight shining on earth changes over the course of the year. Be detailed in your explanation. # not answered yet
Which degree of tilt produced light similar to what North America experiences in summer? Explain your answer. # not answered yetIdentify the independent variable in this experiment. # Answered
The textbook tilted 10 degrees each time.The circles I drew cept getting lower on the graph paper.
Identify two constants in this experiment. # not answered yet
Identify the dependent variable in this experiment. # answered
They changed how many squares are in the circle.
How did the brightness or intensity of the light change as the degree of tilt increased? # not answered yet
Explain how this demonstration models the way in which the intensity of sunlight shining on earth changes over the course of the year. Be detailed in your explanation. # not answered yet
Which degree of tilt produced light similar to what North America experiences in summer? Explain your answer. # not answered yet
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I'm sorry to hear that your teacher is not responding to you. I'll do my best to help you with your reasons for the seasons portfolio.
Let's go through each question you have and find the answers step by step:
1. Identify the independent variable in this experiment.
To identify the independent variable, you need to determine what is being manipulated or changed intentionally in the experiment. Based on your response, it seems like the degree of tilt of the textbook is being changed. So, the independent variable in this experiment is the degree of tilt.
2. Identify two constants in this experiment.
Constants are factors or variables that remain the same throughout the experiment. Since you have not answered this question yet, it's important to think about what factors didn't change. For example, did you keep the same light source, the same graph paper, or the same method of drawing circles? You can choose any two factors that remained constant throughout the experiment.
3. Identify the dependent variable in this experiment.
The dependent variable is the outcome or the variable that is being measured or observed as a result of the changes in the independent variable. From your response, it appears that the number of squares in the circle is being changed. Therefore, the dependent variable in this experiment is the number of squares in the circle.
4. How did the brightness or intensity of the light change as the degree of tilt increased?
To answer this question, you would need to plot the brightness or intensity of the light against the degree of tilt on a graph or chart. If you haven't done this yet, you can make observations about how the brightness or intensity of the light appeared to change visually. For example, did the light appear brighter or dimmer as the degree of tilt increased? Be sure to provide specific details and observations to support your answer.
5. Explain how this demonstration models the way in which the intensity of sunlight shining on Earth changes over the course of the year. Be detailed in your explanation.
To answer this question, you need to understand the concept of seasons and how the tilt of the Earth's axis affects the intensity of sunlight. You can start by explaining that the Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees relative to its orbit around the Sun. This tilt is responsible for the changing seasons.
When the Earth is tilted towards the Sun, a particular hemisphere receives more direct sunlight, resulting in summer. On the other hand, when the Earth is tilted away from the Sun, that hemisphere receives less direct sunlight, leading to winter. The demonstration using the textbook tilt and the changing circles can be seen as a simplified representation of this tilt and how it affects the intensity of sunlight.
6. Which degree of tilt produced light similar to what North America experiences in summer? Explain your answer.
To answer this question, you would need to analyze your data or observations from the experiment. Look for the degree of tilt that resulted in the brightest or most intense light. In real-life, North America experiences summer when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun, receiving more direct sunlight. So, identify the degree of tilt that best represents this scenario based on your experiment data or observations.
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