Shadows

Front

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

Back

Shadows get longer.

Front

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

Back

Shadows get shorter.

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

When are shadows shortest during the day?

Back

Shadows are shortest around noon.

Front

What is a shadow?

Back

A shadow is a dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

Front

What factors affect the length of a shadow?

Back

The position of the light source (like the sun) and the angle of the object casting the shadow.

Front

What time of day do shadows tend to be the longest?

Back

Shadows tend to be the longest in the morning and evening.

Front

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

Back

As the angle of the sun decreases (lower in the sky), shadows become longer.

Front

Can shadows be created by artificial light sources?

Back

Yes, shadows can be created by any light source, including artificial ones like lightbulbs.