Earth's day-night cycle is defined precisely, each a span of 24 hours before the next begins. Such is the yardstick by which we live our lives, strictly adhering to the ticking of the clock. Earth, ...
In summer, the day seems endless, while in winter, the light disappears by afternoon. For us, this mainly affects our mood. For plants, however, the length of day and night determines when they grow, ...
Several factors are causing the length of a day on Earth to change. Tuesday, July 22 will be the second-shortest day of the year, as Earth completes a full rotation in less time than usual. The planet ...