Seasons, Tides, and Moon Phases

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What are the four main moon phases?

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New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, Third Quarter

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How often do spring tides occur?

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Twice a month

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What marks the start of spring and autumn?

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Equinoxes

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During which season do we experience the longest daylight hours in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Summer

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What is a neap tide?

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A tide with minimal tidal range that occurs when the gravitational pull of the sun and moon are perpendicular to each other.

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What is a spring tide?

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A tide with a significant tidal range that occurs when the sun and moon are aligned.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun.

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What is the significance of solstices?

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Solstices mark the longest and shortest days of the year.

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How do the positions of the Earth, moon, and sun affect tides?

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The gravitational pull of the moon and sun creates tidal forces that result in high and low tides.

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What is the difference between a solar and lunar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon.