Sun's Rotation and Shadows

Front

What causes the sun to appear to move across the sky each day?

Back

The apparent movement of the sun across the sky is caused by the Earth's rotation on its axis.

Front

What is the reason for day and night?

Back

Day and night are caused by the Earth's rotation on its axis.

Front

Which movement causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of the Earth.

Front

When are shadows longest during the day?

Back

Shadows are longest in the early morning and late afternoon.

Front

What time of day has long shadows to the west?

Back

Morning.

Front

What is the axis of the Earth?

Back

The axis of the Earth is an imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation?

Back

It takes approximately 24 hours for the Earth to complete one rotation.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution is the movement of the Earth around the sun.

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

Why do shadows change length throughout the day?

Back

Shadows change length due to the position of the sun in the sky as the Earth rotates.