Shadows

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 causes a shadow to form?

Back

A shadow forms when an object blocks light from a light source.

Front

Where does a shadow fall in relation to the light source?

Back

A shadow falls on the opposite side of the object from the light source.

Front

What happens to a shadow when the light source moves?

Back

The position and length of the shadow change as the light source moves.

Front

How does the time of day affect the length of a shadow?

Back

Shadows are longer in the morning and evening and shorter at noon.

Front

What is the relationship between the angle of the sun and the length of a shadow?

Back

The lower the sun is in the sky, the longer the shadow; the higher the sun, the shorter the shadow.

Front

What is an artificial light source?

Back

An artificial light source is a man-made source of light, such as a flashlight or lamp.

Front

Can shadows be formed in the dark?

Back

No, shadows cannot be formed in complete darkness because there is no light to block.

Front

What is the difference between natural and artificial light sources?

Back

Natural light sources come from nature (like the sun), while artificial light sources are created by humans (like light bulbs).

Front

What is the effect of distance on the size of a shadow?

Back

The farther an object is from the light source, the larger and more diffused the shadow becomes.