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What’s the Difference Between a Solstice and an Equinox?
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Diagram showing Earth's orbit around the Sun with labeled positions for the summer solstice, winter solstice, vernal equinox, and autumnal equinox, illustrating how Earth's tilt causes the seasons.
What is the difference between a solstice and an equinox?
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How the Sun relates to the seasons.
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What is the difference between a solstice and an equinox?
Learn more about solstices and equinoxes.
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Seasonal configuration of Earth and Sun
Earth's orbit around the Sun, with the positions of solstices and equinoxes.
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