Shadows

Front

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

Back

Shadows get shorter.

Front

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

Back

Shadows get longer.

Front

Which light source causes shadows in the outdoor environment?

Back

The Sun.

Front

What do shadows on Earth help show?

Back

Earth's rotation.

Front

Where does the sun appear to rise and set?

Back

The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.

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

What factors affect the length of a shadow?

Back

The position of the light source (like the sun) and the height of the object casting the shadow.

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 angle of sunlight and shadow length?

Back

As the angle of sunlight decreases (sun is lower), shadows become longer.

Front

Can shadows be created by artificial light sources?

Back

Yes, shadows can be created by any light source, including artificial ones like lightbulbs.