Tides 2

Front

What causes tides?

Back

Tides are caused mainly by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun.

Front

Why does the moon's gravitational pull have more effect on tides than the sun's?

Back

The moon is closer to the Earth than the sun.

Front

What type of tide occurs during a full moon?

Back

Spring tide.

Front

What type of tide occurs during a new moon?

Back

Spring tide.

Front

What type of tide occurs during a neap tide?

Back

Neap tide.

Front

What is a neap tide?

Back

A neap tide is a tide with the least difference between high and low water.

Front

What is a spring tide?

Back

A spring tide is a tide with the greatest difference between high and low water.

Front

At what time do high tides typically occur?

Back

High tides typically occur approximately every 12 hours.

Front

What is the role of gravity in tides?

Back

Gravity pulls the water towards the Moon and the Sun, creating tides.

Front

How often do tides occur?

Back

Tides occur approximately every 6 hours.