Earth and Sun

Front

A star that is the center of our solar system; provides Earth energy.

Back

the Sun

Front

to spin on an axis

Back

rotate

Front

to move in an orbit around another object in space

Back

revolve

Front

What does the side of Earth experience when it is facing the sun; the time between sunrise and sunset on Earth?

Back

day

Front

What does the side of Earth experience when it is not facing the sun; the time between sunset and sunrise on Earth?

Back

night

Front

An imaginary line around which a mass, like a planet, rotates.

Back

axis

Front

When are shadows the longest?

Back

sunrise and sunset

Front

There are some places on Earth that do not receive any daylight at certain times of the year.

Back

true

Front

In the morning, where do shadows always appear?

Back

west

Front

At what time of day are shadows the shortest?

Back

12 PM