Which of the following is the primary reason for the changing seasons on Earth? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is the primary reason for the changing seasons on Earth?
A. Earth's revolution around the sun
B. Earth's rotation
C. Earth's distance from the sun
D. Earth's axial tilt (23.5°)
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Seasons are caused by Earth's axial tilt of 23.5°, which means different parts of the Earth receive different amounts of solar radiation at different times of the year as the Earth revolves around the sun.

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