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Sunlight on the Winter Solstice
Looking at Latitudes

Where in the world do you think this picture was taken? Explain your thinking.


Why do you think the sun would appear this way on December 21 (the solstice) at noon?

How do you predict the sun will look (looked) at noon on the solstice in your hometown? Draw a line to show the horizon (where the Earth appears to meet the sky) and add in the sun.

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