Tides

Front

What causes the rising and falling of the ocean's surface?

Back

The gravitational effects of the Sun and Moon on the Earth

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What are the two main types of tides?

Back

High tides and low tides

Front

When do high tides occur along coastlines?

Back

When the Moon's gravity pulls on the Earth's ocean water

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

Front

How often does a coastal area experience a high tide?

Back

Every 12 hours and 25 minutes

Front

When do spring tides occur?

Back

During a new moon and full moon

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What is the difference between high tide and low tide during spring tides?

Back

The high tide is higher than normal and the low tide is lower than normal

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

When do neap tides occur?

Back

During a first quarter moon and third quarter moon

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What is the difference between high tide and low tide during neap tides?

Back

The high tide is lower than normal and the low tide is higher than normal

Front

Why do fishermen study the tides?

Back

To improve their quantity of fish caught

Front

What is the role of tides in mixing colder arctic water with warmer water?

Back

Tides create circulating currents that mix the colder arctic water with warmer water

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6