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Equinox

In the northern hemisphere, the vernal equinox signifies
A. the maximum hours of sunlight occurs on this day
B. the least hours of sunlight are possible on this day
C. an equal length of day and night marking "spring"
D. an equal length of day and night marking "fall"
AnswerC. at vernal equinox, the sun is positioned over the equator and "spring" begins for the northern hemisphere, while "fall" begins in the southern hemisphere.
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