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Earth's Rotation and Shadows

Earth's Rotation and Shadows

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Flashcard

Science

5th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In which direction does the sun appear to rise?

Back

In the East.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When are shadows longer?

Back

Shadows are longer when the sun is lower in the sky.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

At what time of day is the sun highest in the sky?

Back

12:00 p.m. (noon).

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of the Earth.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main reason for the changing length of shadows throughout the day?

Back

The position of the sun in the sky.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Earth's rotation?

Back

Earth's rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

It causes day and night.

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