Q. Consider the following statements:
1.During the summer solstice, the rays of the sun strike the Southern hemisphere at a more direct angle, resulting in prolonged daylight.
2.One of the effects of summer solstice is the decrease in the solar energy.
3.In Russia, summer solstice marks the White Night celebration.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 2 are incorrect. During the summer solstice, the rays of the sun strike the Northern hemisphere at a more direct angle, resulting in prolonged daylight. One of the major effects is an increase in solar energy during the day since the sun is directly overhead.
Statement 3 is correct. The summer solstice has been observed and commemorated by several cultures. In Russia, summer solstice marks the White Night celebration.
Source: NDTV
