Tides

Front

What is the lowest point on a shore that water will reach?

Back

Low tide.

Front

What is the regular movement of rise and fall of the oceans called?

Back

Tides.

Front

During which moon phases do neap tides occur?

Back

Quarter (half) moons.

Front

True or false: High tide occurs at the same time every day.

Back

False.

Front

What celestial body primarily causes tides?

Back

The moon.

Front

What is high tide?

Back

The highest point that water reaches on the shore.

Front

What is the difference between spring tide and neap tide?

Back

Spring tides have the greatest difference between high and low tide, while neap tides have the least.

Front

How often do tides occur?

Back

Approximately every 6 hours.

Front

What role does the sun play in tides?

Back

The sun also affects tides, but its effect is less than that of the moon.

Front

What is a tidal range?

Back

The difference in height between high tide and low tide.