Shadows

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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

Which light source causes shadows in the outdoor environment?

Back

The Sun.

Front

Where does the sun rise?

Back

The sun rises in the East.

Front

Where does the sun set?

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The sun sets in the West.

Front

When are shadows longest during the day?

Back

Shadows are longest during morning and evening.

Front

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

Back

Shadows get shorter.

Front

What is the effect of a light source being closer to an object on the shadow?

Back

The closer the light source, the larger and darker the shadow.

Front

What is the effect of a light source being farther from an object on the shadow?

Back

The farther the light source, the smaller and lighter the shadow.

Front

What shape do shadows typically take?

Back

Shadows typically take the shape of the object casting them.

Front

Can shadows be created at night?

Back

Yes, shadows can be created at night using artificial light sources.