Understanding Sun's Path and Shadows

The video tutorial covers the sun's path on specific dates, focusing on March 21st in Vala, New York, and June 21st in New York and the North Pole. It includes a hands-on lab setup to help students understand the sun's movement and its effect on shadows. The tutorial emphasizes measuring the sun's angle at solar noon and calculating sunlight hours, providing a practical approach to learning about seasons and solar movement.

On March 21st in Vala, New York, what is often measured at solar noon?

• The temperature

• The length of the day

• The angle of the Sun

• The speed of the wind

What is a challenge when drawing the sun's path on June 21st in New York?

• Choosing the right paper

• Using the correct pen

• Getting the correct length

• Finding the right color

How many hours of sunlight does the North Pole receive on June 21st?

• 6 hours

• 24 hours

• 18 hours

• 12 hours

What is included in the Seasons lab setup?

• A digital clock

• A wooden block with a compass rose

• A thermometer

• A barometer

In the Seasons lab, what happens to the shadow when the sun is low in the sky?

• The shadow changes color

• The shadow becomes longer

• The shadow becomes shorter

• The shadow disappears

During the morning, where is the sun located in the sky?

• In the south

• In the west

• In the east

• In the north

At noon, how does the sun's position affect the shadow?

• The shadow is longest

• The shadow is shortest

• The shadow is invisible

• The shadow is unchanged

In the afternoon, where does the sun generally move?

• Northwest

• Northeast

• Southwest

• Southeast

What direction does the shadow move in the afternoon?

• Towards the southeast

• Towards the northwest

• Towards the northeast

• Towards the southwest

What is the main educational benefit of the Seasons lab?

• It helps students visualize the sun's path and shadow changes

• It helps students measure rainfall

• It helps students understand temperature changes

• It helps students learn about wind patterns