Shadows

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 causes a shadow?

Back

A shadow is caused when an object blocks light from a light source.

Front

What is an artificial light source?

Back

An artificial light source is a man-made source of light, such as a flashlight or lamp.

Front

Where does a shadow fall when the light source is in front of an object?

Back

The shadow falls behind the object.

Front

How does the position of the sun affect shadows?

Back

The position of the sun changes the length and direction of shadows throughout the day.

Front

What happens to shadows when the sun is low in the sky?

Back

Shadows become longer when the sun is low in the sky.

Front

What happens to shadows when the sun is directly overhead?

Back

Shadows are shorter when the sun is directly overhead.

Front

What is the relationship between the angle of the sun and the length of a shadow?

Back

The angle of the sun affects the length of a shadow; a lower angle creates a longer shadow.

Front

Can shadows change shape?

Back

Yes, shadows can change shape depending on the shape of the object and the angle of the light.

Front

What is the difference between natural and artificial light sources?

Back

Natural light sources come from nature (like the sun), while artificial light sources are created by humans (like light bulbs).