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Question

The Earth's axis of rotation (polar axis) is always inclined at an angle of

  1. 23.0° from the elliptic axis
  2. 23.1° from the elliptic axis
  3. 24.5° from the elliptic axis
  4. 23.5° from the elliptic axis

Answer:

Option D: 23.5° from the elliptic axis

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “23.5° from the elliptic axis”.

The Earth's axis of rotation is always inclined at an angle of 23.5° from the elliptic axis. This tilt is responsible for the Earth's seasons.