Earth's Rotation and Shadows

Front

What causes shadows?

Back

Shadows are caused by an object blocking light from a light source, such as the sun.

Front

When are shadows longest during the day?

Back

Shadows are longest when the sun is lower in the sky, typically in the morning and late afternoon.

Front

When are shadows shortest during the day?

Back

Shadows are shortest when the sun is directly overhead, usually around noon.

Front

In which direction do shadows point when the sun is setting in the West?

Back

Shadows will point towards the East when the sun is setting in the West.

Front

What is the position of the sun at noon?

Back

At noon, the sun is at its highest point in the sky.

Front

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

Back

The higher the sun is in the sky, the shorter the shadows will be.

Front

What time of day do shadows indicate it is if they are very short?

Back

If shadows are very short, it is likely around noon.

Front

What happens to shadows as the sun rises?

Back

As the sun rises, shadows become shorter until they reach their shortest point at noon.

Front

What happens to shadows as the sun sets?

Back

As the sun sets, shadows become longer.

Front

What is the relationship between the sun's position and the direction of shadows?

Back

Shadows always point away from the sun's position in the sky.