TIDES FLASHCARD

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What are neap tides characterized by?

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Neap tides are characterized by minimal tidal changes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What are spring tides characterized by?

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Spring tides are characterized by extreme tidal changes.

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When do spring tides occur?

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Spring tides occur during the full moon and new moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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When do neap tides occur?

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Neap tides occur during the 1st and 3rd quarter of the moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What causes tides?

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Tides are caused by the Moon's gravitational pull and the Earth's rotation.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

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What is the difference between neap tides and spring tides?

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Neap tides have minimal tidal changes, while spring tides have extreme tidal changes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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How often do spring tides occur?

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Spring tides occur approximately every two weeks, coinciding with the full and new moons.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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How often do neap tides occur?

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Neap tides occur approximately every two weeks, between the spring tides.

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What is the role of the Moon in tidal changes?

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The Moon's gravitational pull affects the water levels on Earth, causing tides.

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What is the effect of the Earth's rotation on tides?

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The Earth's rotation causes the tidal bulges to shift, leading to the rise and fall of sea levels.