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9/20/19, 8)58 AM The Solar System and Atmosphere: Introduction to Physical Geography
The Solar System and Atmosphere
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Question 1
Which of the following statements is NOT true?
The equator is the only line of latitude that divides the earth into two equal
halves
The plane of the ecliptic is parallel to the equator
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The earth is tilted at an angle of 23.5° relative to the plane of the ecliptic

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The latitude of the Arctic Circle is about 66.5°N
The latitude of the Tropic of Capricorn is 23.5°S
To find the answer to this question, carefully read the section 'Tilt of
Earth's axis' in Chapter 2 of the Geosystems text. Pay particular
attention to Figure 2.13.
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