Shadows are like invisible friends that change shape depending on who is lighting the way. When the light is close, like a lamp, it makes shadows look big and stretchy. But when the sun is high up in the sky, it feels far away and makes the shadow look small and neat. It's all about how the light travels to make the shadow appear.
Examples
- A toy car casts a big shadow under a table lamp but a small one outside in sunlight.
- A cat’s tail makes a longer shadow near a wall than in an open field.
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See also
- What Causes the Northern Lights?
- How Does a Mirror Work Exactly?
- How Does Gravity Affect the Moon’s Orbit?
- What Causes a ‘Golden’ Sunset or Sunrise?
- How Does Gravity Affect Space Travel?
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