Why Day and Night Aren't Equal on the Equinox

Have you ever wondered if day and night are equal during an equinox? It turns out they aren't! On the day of an equinox, there is actually a little more daylight than nighttime. This happens because of the way the Earth is tilted and how we measure time. Learning about equinoxes helps us understand our planet better and how it moves in space.

Based on reporting from EarthSky. Read the original story →