Formation of Shadows
Experimenting with light sources and objects to understand how shadows are formed and their characteristics.
Key Questions
- Explain how the position of a light source affects the size and shape of a shadow.
- Compare the shadows cast by opaque, translucent, and transparent objects.
- Predict how a shadow would change if the light source moved closer to the object.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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