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    Math Definitions -> S -> Solstice

 Solstice

When the Earth is the most tilted away or towards the Sun.

The days when this happens are called:

* Summer solstice (the longest day of the year)
* Winter solstice (the shortest day of the year)

Solstice happens around June 21 and around December 21.

See: Equinox

The Seasons

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