Shadows

Front

What happens to shadows when the sun gets higher in the sky?

Back

Shadows get shorter.

Front

When are shadows shortest during the day?

Back

Shadows are shortest around noon.

Front

Why do shadows move throughout the day?

Back

Because the sun appears to move across the sky.

Front

Where does the sun rise?

Back

The sun rises in the East.

Front

What is the main light source that causes shadows outdoors?

Back

The Sun.

Front

What is a shadow?

Back

A shadow is a dark area created when an object blocks light.

Front

What time of day do shadows get longer?

Back

Shadows get longer in the morning and evening.

Front

What can cause a shadow to change shape?

Back

The position of the light source and the object can change the shape of a shadow.

Front

What is the relationship between the angle of the sun and the length of shadows?

Back

As the angle of the sun increases, shadows become shorter.

Front

Can shadows be created by artificial light sources?

Back

Yes, shadows can also be created by artificial light sources like lightbulbs.