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

When do shadows appear?

Back

Shadows appear when an object blocks light.

Front

What causes the length of a shadow to change?

Back

The length of a shadow changes based on the position of the light source, such as the sun.

Front

At what time of day are shadows the longest?

Back

Shadows are longest in the morning and evening.

Front

At what time of day are shadows the shortest?

Back

Shadows are shortest at noon when the sun is directly overhead.

Front

What direction do shadows typically point at noon?

Back

At noon, shadows typically point north in the Northern Hemisphere.

Front

How does the sun's position affect shadows?

Back

As the sun moves across the sky, the position and length of shadows change.

Front

What is the relationship between the sun's angle and shadow length?

Back

A lower sun angle results in longer shadows, while a higher sun angle results in shorter shadows.

Front

What can shadows tell us about time of day?

Back

Shadows can indicate the time of day based on their length and direction.

Front

What is the effect of clouds on shadows?

Back

Clouds can diffuse sunlight, making shadows less distinct or lighter.