How Earth’s Tilt and Orbit Cause the Seasons | Science Explained #197155 (License: Personal Use)

This educational diagram illustrates Earth’s revolution around the Sun over one year, highlighting the constant 23.5-degree axial tilt relative to the orbital plane. Four key positions show solstices and equinoxes, where hemispheric exposure to sunlight shifts, driving seasonal climate patterns. The red ring emphasizes Earth’s rotational axis, while blue arrows indicate orbital direction.

Used in K-12 science curricula, astronomy websites, and climate education pages to explain seasonal mechanics; matches user intent for understanding “why we have seasons” or “how Earth’s tilt affects weather.”