Shadows
Shadows appear to move because....
What is the Earth's rotation. This changes the position of the tree in relation to the sun.
The imaginary line the earth spin on is called...
What is the axis
Does everyone on earth experience day and night at the same time?
No.
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Which direction do shadows move throughout the day? (use North, South, East, West)
What is West to East
The path an object takes as it revolves around another object in space
If the earth went slower on it's axis, what would happen?
Days would be longer.
Name the four seasons
What is winter,spring, summer, and fall?
True or false: A planet that completes a rotation in 12 hours takes HALF as long as earth to complete a rotation.
What is true?
Making a complete spin on an axis
How long does it take earth to complete ONE rotation?
24 hours
Why do we have seasons?
What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?
The shadow of Posen Intermediate School changes throughout the year. In July it is 200 feet. In September it is 300 feet. In January it is 500. How many feet would it be in November?
What is 400?
A natural satellite that orbits a planet
What is a moon?
How long does it take the earth to complete one REVOLUTION around the sun?
365 days
Why can't we feel the earth spinning?
We can't feel the earth spinning because we are always going the same speed...we are used to it.