earth's axial tilt
Earth's axial tilt refers to the angle between the Earth's rotational axis and the perpendicular to the plane of its orbit around the sun. This tilt is approximately 23.5 degrees and is responsible for the changing seasons on Earth as different parts of the planet receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.
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