In the northern hemisphere, the longest day of the year normally occurs in the :

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Q: 29 (IAS/2022)
In the northern hemisphere, the longest day of the year normally occurs in the :

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Science

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IAS

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{'longest day': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'northern hemisphere': [3, 0, 0, 2], 'july': [4, 1, 2, 8], 'june': [8, 1, 4, 8], 'month': [9, 0, 7, 1], 'year': [27, 4, 33, 49]}

In the northern hemisphere, the longest day of the year normally occurs in the second half of the month of June.

Explanation:

The longest day of the year is also known as the summer solstice, which occurs when one of the Earth's poles has its maximum tilt toward the sun. In the northern hemisphere, the summer solstice occurs around June 20th or 21st each year, which is the day with the most daylight hours and the shortest night of the year.

Specifically, the summer solstice occurs at the moment when the tilt of the Earth's axis is most inclined towards the sun, which usually falls between June 20 and June 22 in the northern hemisphere. Therefore, the answer is the second half of the month of June.

 

Preparing for Future Exams: Learning from the Analysis of Past Questions

Topics:

  • Earth's rotation and revolution
  • Seasons and climate
  • Astronomical events
  • Time zones

Sources:

  • NCERT Geography textbooks for Classes 6-12

NCERT Chapters:

  • Class 6: Chapter 3 - Motions of the Earth
  • Class 7: Chapter 7 - Weather, Climate and Adaptations of Animals to Climate
  • Class 8: Chapter 17 - Stars and Solar System
  • Class 11: Chapter 2 - Units and Measurements

Reference Book Chapters:

  • The Earth's Atmosphere: Its Physics and Dynamics by Kshudiram Saha
  • Principles of Physical Geography by Arthur Newell Strahler
  • The Science of Astronomy by David H. Levy

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  • The tilt of the Earth's axis and its effect on seasons
  • The position of the Earth in relation to the sun and astronomical events
  • Calculation of day length and variation in different parts of the world
  • Time zones and their importance in global communication and travel