Earth's Rotation & Shadows

Front

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

Back

Shadows become longer.

Front

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

Back

Shadows become shorter.

Front

At what time of day are shadows the longest?

Back

In the morning or late afternoon.

Front

What direction do shadows point when the sun is setting in the west?

Back

Shadows point east.

Front

In which direction does the sun appear to rise?

Back

In the east.

Front

In which direction does the sun appear to set?

Back

In the west.

Front

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

Back

The sun appears to move across the sky from east to west.

Front

How does the position of the sun affect the length of shadows at noon?

Back

At noon, shadows are shortest.

Front

What time of day is it if shadows are pointing directly north?

Back

It is around noon.

Front

If it is 4:00 p.m. and the sun is setting, where will the shadows be cast?

Back

Shadows will be cast towards the east.