Tides and Eclipses -G6th

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

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When does a solar eclipse happen?

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A solar eclipse happens during a new moon.

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What type of tide occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are in perfect alignment?

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A spring tide occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are in perfect alignment.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth comes directly between the Sun and the Moon, blocking the Sun's light from reaching the Moon.

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When can a lunar eclipse occur?

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A lunar eclipse can only happen during a full moon at night.

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What is an eclipse?

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An eclipse occurs when one object in space moves into the shadow cast by another object.

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What is a neap tide?

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

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What is the difference between a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon.

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What causes tides?

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Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on the Earth's oceans.

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What is tidal range?

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