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  • Sunrise & Sunset: Why and Where the Sun Rises and Sets
    The Sun appears to rise in the east and set in the west.

    This is, of course, a simplification. Due to the Earth's tilt and rotation, the exact location of sunrise and sunset varies depending on the time of year and your location on the planet.

    Here are some additional points to consider:

    * Equinoxes: During the spring and autumn equinoxes, the Sun rises due east and sets due west.

    * Summer Solstice: In the summer solstice, the Sun rises north of east and sets north of west.

    * Winter Solstice: In the winter solstice, the Sun rises south of east and sets south of west.

    * Latitude: The further you are from the equator, the more extreme the variation in sunrise and sunset locations throughout the year.

    Overall, while the Sun generally appears to rise in the east and set in the west, the specific location can vary significantly depending on the time of year and your location.

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