Tides - Read About it!

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What are tidal bulges?

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Tidal bulges are the raised areas of water in the oceans caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun.

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Where do tidal bulges occur on Earth?

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Tidal bulges occur on the side of Earth facing the Moon and on the opposite side.

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What causes high tide at coastlines?

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High tide occurs at coastlines where tidal bulges are present.

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What is the effect of the Moon's gravitational pull on Earth's oceans?

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The Moon's gravity causes two tidal bulges to form in Earth's oceans.

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What happens during a spring tide?

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A spring tide occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are aligned, resulting in the greatest difference between high and low tides.

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What is a neap tide?

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A neap tide occurs when the Sun and Moon are at right angles to each other, resulting in the least difference between high and low tides.

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How often do spring tides occur?

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Spring tides occur twice each month.

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What role does the Sun play in tides?

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The Sun's gravitational pull also affects tides, but its effect is less than that of the Moon.

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What is the relationship between the Earth's rotation and tides?

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The Earth's rotation causes different areas to experience high and low tides at different times.

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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.