Gravity and Ocean Tides

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is the force that influences the ocean tides, keeps the moon orbiting the Earth, and keeps Earth orbiting the sun.

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What plays a role in producing ocean tides?

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Gravity, moon phases, and the alignment of Earth, Sun, and Moon all play a role in producing ocean tides.

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When do Spring Tides occur?

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Spring Tides occur during the new moon and full moon.

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What type of gravitational pull do Spring Tides have?

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Spring Tides have a strong gravitational pull.

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What causes tides?

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Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun on the Earth's ocean waters.

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What is a tidal range?

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The tidal range is the difference in height between high tide and low tide.

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What is a neap tide?

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A neap tide is a tide with the least difference between high and low tide, occurring during the first and last quarter moons.

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How does the moon affect ocean tides?

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The moon's gravitational pull causes the water in the oceans to bulge out, creating high tides.

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What is the role of the sun in ocean tides?

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The sun's gravitational pull also affects tides, but to a lesser extent than the moon.

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What is the difference between high tide and low tide?

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High tide is when the water level is at its highest, while low tide is when the water level is at its lowest.

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