Earth's Rotation, Time of Day, and Shadows

Front

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

Back

Shadows get shorter.

Front

What time of day is it when shadows are long and point towards the east?

Back

7:00 a.m.

Front

When are shadows longest during the day?

Back

Shadows are longest during sunrise and sunset.

Front

When the sun is lower in the sky, how do shadows change?

Back

Shadows are longer.

Front

What is the position of the sun at noon?

Back

The sun is at its highest point in the sky.

Front

What causes shadows to form?

Back

Shadows are formed when an object blocks light from a light source.

Front

How do shadows change throughout the day?

Back

Shadows change in length and direction as the sun moves across the sky.

Front

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

Back

The lower the sun is in the sky, the longer the shadows.

Front

At what time of day are shadows the shortest?

Back

Shadows are shortest at noon.

Front

What can you infer about the time of day if shadows are very long?

Back

It is likely either early morning or late afternoon.