Earth's Rotation & Shadows

Front

What causes the sun and stars to appear to move across the sky?

Back

The sun and stars appear to move because of Earth rotating on its axis.

Front

In which direction does the sun set?

Back

The sun sets in the West.

Front

If it is 4:00 p.m. and the sun is setting in the West, in which direction will the shadow appear?

Back

The shadow will appear in the East.

Front

What happens to shadows when the sun gets lower in the sky?

Back

Shadows get longer.

Front

When are shadows longest during the day?

Back

Shadows are longest during morning and evening.

Front

What is Earth's rotation?

Back

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

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on day and night?

Back

Earth's rotation causes day and night; as Earth rotates, different parts face the sun or move into shadow.

Front

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

How does the position of the sun affect the length of shadows?

Back

The position of the sun affects shadow length; when the sun is high, shadows are shorter, and when it is low, shadows are longer.

Front

What time of day do shadows point towards the East?

Back

Shadows point towards the East in the evening when the sun sets in the West.