Eclipses and Tides

Front

Most places on Earth experience about how many high and low tides in 24 hours?

Back

2 high and 2 low tides.

Front

The bulge of water on the side of the Earth closest to the moon produces ___________.

Back

High tide.

Front

What is the darkest inner part of the shadow cone called, where a total eclipse can be viewed?

Back

Umbra.

Front

In order to have an eclipse, the Moon, Sun and Earth have to be?

Back

In alignment.

Front

Which areas are experiencing high tides?

Back

2 and 6.

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

Back

An event where the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

An event where the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon.

Front

What causes tides on Earth?

Back

The gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on Earth's oceans.

Front

What is a neap tide?

Back

A tide that occurs when the Sun and Moon are at right angles to each other, resulting in the lowest tidal range.

Front

What is a spring tide?

Back

A tide that occurs when the Sun, Moon, and Earth are aligned, resulting in the highest tidal range.