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Next ice age would hit Earth in 11,000 years if it weren't for climate change, scientists say

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Regular changes in Earth's orbit and axial tilt may have triggered the start and end of ice ages ...
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Ice age cycles explain why the Earth cools, warms, and whether another freeze is coming

Ice ages have come and gone, shaping the planet and leaving scientists and historians alike wondering about their causes and ...
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Changes in Earth’s tilt control when glacial cycles end

Scientists have long debated what causes glacial/interglacial cycles, which have occurred most recently at intervals of about 100,000 years. A new study reported in the March 24 issue of Nature finds ...
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Earth isn't the only planet with seasons, but they can look wildly different on other worlds

Nearby planets can affect how one planet 'wobbles' on its spin axis, which contributes to seasons. Mark Garlick/Science Photo Library via Getty Images Spring, summer, fall and winter – the seasons on ...
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Earth isn't the only planet with seasons, but they can look wildly different on other worlds

Spring, summer, fall and winter—the seasons on Earth change every few months, around the same time every year. It's easy to take this cycle for granted here on Earth, but not every planet has a ...
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Earth isn’t the only planet with seasons, but they can look wildly different on other worlds

This article was originally featured on The Conversation. Spring, summer, fall and winter–the seasons on Earth change every few months, around the same time every year. It’s easy to take this cycle ...