Tides

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What is the primary reason the moon has a greater effect on tides than the sun?

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The moon is closer to the Earth than the sun.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

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What phase of the moon occurs when the entire face is illuminated?

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Full moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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How often do spring tides occur in a month?

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Twice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the main cause of tides on Earth?

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Moon’s gravitational pull.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

Front

How many high tides does a coastal area typically experience in one day?

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2.

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What are spring tides?

Back

Tides that occur during the full moon and new moon phases, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What are neap tides?

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Tides that occur during the first and third quarters of the moon, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.

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What is the role of the sun in the tidal system?

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The sun also exerts a gravitational pull on Earth, but its effect on tides is less than that of the moon due to its greater distance.

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How does the position of the moon affect the height of tides?

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The alignment of the moon with the Earth and sun affects the gravitational pull, leading to variations in tide height.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

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What is the difference between high tide and low tide?

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High tide is the maximum water level reached, while low tide is the minimum water level.

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