Sun, Moon and Shadows

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What is the Sun?

Back

The Sun is a star at the center of our solar system that provides light and heat to Earth.

Front

What is a shadow?

Back

A shadow is a dark area created when an object blocks light from a source, like the Sun.

Front

Why does the Sun appear to move across the sky?

Back

The Sun appears to move because the Earth rotates on its axis.

Front

What happens to shadows during the day?

Back

Shadows change in length and direction as the Sun moves across the sky.

Front

What is the closest star to Earth?

Back

The Sun is the closest star to Earth.

Front

Why do we see different colors in stars?

Back

Stars can appear in different colors due to their temperature and distance from Earth.

Front

What is the shape of the Sun?

Back

The Sun is a nearly perfect sphere.

Front

How does the position of the Sun affect the length of shadows?

Back

When the Sun is high in the sky, shadows are shorter; when it is low, shadows are longer.

Front

What is the difference between the Sun and other stars?

Back

The Sun is a medium-sized star and is much closer to Earth than other stars.

Front

What can you observe about your shadow at noon?

Back

At noon, your shadow is usually the shortest because the Sun is directly overhead.