Tides

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What is a neap tide?

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A neap tide is a tide that occurs when the Earth, moon, and sun are aligned in such a way that there is a small difference between high tide and low tide.

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What causes tides?

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Tides are caused by the gravitational interaction between the Earth, the moon, and the sun.

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What type of tide occurs when the gravitational pull of the moon and sun are at right angles to each other?

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A neap tide occurs when the gravitational pull of the moon and sun are at right angles to each other.

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What is a spring tide?

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A spring tide is a tide that occurs when the Earth, moon, and sun are aligned, resulting in a large difference between high tide and low tide.

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What type of tide would you experience at high tide?

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At high tide, the water level is at its highest point.

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What type of tide would you experience at low tide?

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At low tide, the water level is at its lowest point.

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How often do tides occur?

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Tides typically occur twice a day, with two high tides and two low tides.

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What is the role of the moon in causing tides?

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The moon's gravitational pull creates bulges in the Earth's oceans, leading to high tides.

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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, while low tide is the minimum water level.

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What is the significance of the tidal range?

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The tidal range is the difference in height between high tide and low tide, which can affect coastal ecosystems and navigation.