Earth's Rotation and Shadows

Front

In which direction does the sun appear to rise due to Earth's rotation?

Back

In the East.

Front

If it is 4:00 p.m. and the sun is setting in the West, in which direction will the shadow be cast?

Back

East.

Front

When are shadows typically shortest during the day?

Back

Around noon.

Front

At 8:00 a.m., if the sun is rising in the East, in which direction will the shadow be cast?

Back

West.

Front

What time of day is indicated if the shadow is long and pointing towards the East?

Back

7:00 a.m.

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on the apparent movement of the sun in the sky?

Back

The sun appears to move from East to West.

Front

How does the position of the sun affect the length and direction of shadows?

Back

Shadows are longer when the sun is lower in the sky and shorter when the sun is higher.

Front

What is the relationship between the time of day and the direction of shadows?

Back

Shadows point away from the sun; in the morning, they point West, and in the afternoon, they point East.

Front

What causes the change in shadow direction throughout the day?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

Front

Why are shadows shortest at noon?

Back

At noon, the sun is at its highest point in the sky, causing shadows to be shorter.