tides

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What are spring tides?

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Spring tides are tides that occur when the sun, Earth, and moon are aligned, resulting in the largest tidal ranges due to greater gravitational force.

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What causes tides?

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Tides are caused by the gravitational forces exerted by the moon and the sun on different parts of the Earth.

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What is the difference between spring tides and neap tides?

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Spring tides occur when the sun, Earth, and moon are aligned, while neap tides occur when the sun and moon are at right angles relative to the Earth, resulting in smaller tidal ranges.

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What is the role of the moon in tides?

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The moon's gravitational pull is the primary force causing tides, creating bulges of water on the side of the Earth facing the moon and the opposite side.

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What is a high tide?

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A high tide is the point at which the water level reaches its highest point due to the gravitational pull of the moon and sun.

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What is a low tide?

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A low tide is the point at which the water level reaches its lowest point, occurring between high tides.

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How often do tides occur?

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Tides typically occur twice a day, with two high tides and two low tides in a 24-hour period.

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What is gravitational force?

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Gravitational force is the attraction between two masses, such as the Earth and the moon, which affects the movement of water in the oceans.

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What is the tidal range?

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

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What is the significance of the sun in tidal movements?

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The sun also exerts gravitational force on Earth, influencing tides, but its effect is less than that of the moon.

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