Sun Path Simulator

Sun Path Simulator worksheet

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Open the Sun Path Simulator at initial.app/sun-path. Use it to answer these.

1. Choose your own latitude. Write the Sun's highest point on each solstice.
2. In which direction does the Sun rise on the June solstice? On the December solstice?
3. Choose the Equator and the March equinox. Describe the Sun's path.
4. Choose the North Pole and the June solstice. Play the day. Describe what you see.
5. Choose Sydney. In which direction would you face to see the Sun at noon? Why?
6. If you were designing a house for your town, which side would get the most winter sun? Explain.