Earth's Rotation & Shadows

Front

Shadows are longest during _______.

Back

morning and evening

Front

Earth's spinning motion is called _______.

Back

Rotation

Front

True or False: Stars such as the sun move across the sky because they revolve in space.

Back

False, the sun and stars do not move. They appear to move because of Earth rotating on its axis.

Front

Since we rotate West to East, in which direction does the sun appear to rise?

Back

In the East

Front

What time of day is it if the shadow is long and pointing towards the west?

Back

7:00 a.m.

Front

What is the term for the path Earth takes around the sun?

Back

Revolution

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of Earth on its axis.

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on shadows?

Back

Shadows change in length and direction throughout the day.

Front

At what time of day are shadows the shortest?

Back

Noon

Front

What is the angle of the sun's rays at noon compared to morning and evening?

Back

The sun's rays are more direct at noon.