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Geography GK · Q22

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Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 22

Q22

The Sun shines vertically on the equator ________

A.
Throughout the year
B.
For six months
C.
Twice a year
Answer
D.
Once a year

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Equinox occurs when the sun is vertically above the equator. At this time, the sun equally illuminates the Southern and Northern hemisphere. At this time the world experiences equal day and night. Equinox occur twice a year. The months are March and September.