What is the ecliptic longitude of the sun at the summer solstice?
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90 degrees
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What is the ecliptic longitude of the sun at the summer solstice?
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90 degrees
The summer solstice occurs when the sun's declination reaches its maximum value. What is that value?
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+23.5 degrees
How many hours of daylight does the North Pole experience on the summer solstice?
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24 hours
At what time of day does the sun reach its highest point on the summer solstice?
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Solar noon
What is the phenomenon called when the sun does not set above the Arctic Circle on the summer solstice?
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Midnight sun
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Which Christian feast day is often associated with the summer solstice?
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St. John's Day
At which circle does the sun remain visible for 24 hours on the summer solstice?
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Arctic Circle
What is the exact latitude of the Tropic of Cancer?
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23°26′ N
How many solstices occur each year?
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Which celestial body's position defines the summer solstice?
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