Earth's Rotation and Shadows
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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes day and night on Earth?
Back
The rotation of the Earth on its axis causes day and night.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What direction does the sun appear to rise?
Back
In the East.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What direction does the sun set?
Back
In the West.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When are shadows shorter?
Back
Shadows are shorter when the sun is higher in the sky.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main reason for the changing length of shadows throughout the day?
Back
The position of the sun in the sky changes as the Earth rotates.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Earth's rotation?
Back
Earth's rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the effect of Earth's rotation on shadows?
Back
As the Earth rotates, the position of the sun changes, causing shadows to move and change length.
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