Tides

Front

What is the main cause of tides on Earth?

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The moon's gravitational pull creates bulges of Earth's waters.

Front

In this diagram, which type of tide are we going to experience?

Back

spring tide

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

In this diagram, which type of tide are we going to experience?

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neap tide

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

During which of these moon phases are we going to see the strongest tide?

• full moon
• 3rd quarter
• waxing crescent
• waning gibbous

Back

full moon

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

The bulge of water on the side of Earth facing the moon produces

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high tides

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

How many high tides are there in 24 hours?

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2

Front

Which has a bigger influence on Earth's tides?

• the moon
• the sun
• the moon and sun have the same influence

Back

the moon

Front

_____ tides are when the water is at its highest point.

Back

high

Front

How often do neap tides occur?

Back

twice per month

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

The daily rise and fall of the water on Earth's coastlines

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tides