Shadows

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What is a shadow?

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A shadow is a dark area or shape produced by an object blocking light.

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What causes a shadow?

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A shadow is caused when an object blocks light from a source, like the sun.

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Where will a shadow be cast?

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A shadow will be cast in the opposite direction of the light source.

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What time of day do shadows change length?

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Shadows change length throughout the day, being longest in the morning and evening.

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What happens to shadows when the sun is directly overhead?

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When the sun is directly overhead, shadows are at their shortest.

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Can shadows be different shapes?

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Yes, shadows can take on different shapes depending on the object's shape and the angle of the light.

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What is the relationship between light and shadows?

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Light creates shadows; without light, there can be no shadows.

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How do you make a shadow bigger?

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To make a shadow bigger, move the object closer to the light source.

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What is the effect of moving a light source on shadows?

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Moving a light source changes the direction and length of shadows.

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What is a silhouette?

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A silhouette is a dark outline of an object against a lighter background, often seen in shadows.