Shadows

Front

What is the imaginary line running through the earth from the north pole to the south pole?

Back

Axis

Front

When the Sun is behind you, where is your shadow?

Back

In front of you

Front

Where does the sun set?

Back

West

Front

When is a shadow the longest?

Back

In the morning or evening

Front

When is a shadow the shortest?

Back

At noon

Front

What causes shadows?

Back

An object blocking light

Front

What is the term for the area where light is blocked?

Back

Umbra

Front

What is the term for the area where light is partially blocked?

Back

Penumbra

Front

What happens to a shadow when the light source is closer?

Back

The shadow becomes larger.

Front

What happens to a shadow when the light source is farther away?

Back

The shadow becomes smaller.