6.9B Tides

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1.
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What is a tide?
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A tide is the regular rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational forces of the moon and the sun on Earth.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How often do high tides occur in coastal areas?
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High tides occur every 12 hours and 25 minutes.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How many times do tides occur in Earth's oceans each day?
Back
Tides occur twice a day.
4.
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Front
What causes a spring tide?
Back
A spring tide occurs when the sun, moon, and Earth are aligned, causing the gravitational forces to combine and create higher high tides.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a neap tide?
Back
A neap tide occurs when the sun and moon are at right angles to each other, resulting in lower high tides.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What role does the moon play in tides?
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The moon's gravity pulls on Earth's ocean water, causing high tides in the areas closest to it.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 point, while low tide is when the water level is at its lowest point.
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