Tides Review

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What causes tides?

Back

The interaction of the Moon's, Earth's, and Sun's gravity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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Water tends to get deeper on the side of the Earth _________________________ to the Moon.

Back

nearest to.

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A change from low to high tide takes about how many hours?

Back

six hours.

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Neap tides are...

Back

When there is the least difference between high and low tides.

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How many low tides occur each day?

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2.

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What is a tide?

Back

The rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational forces of the Moon and the Sun.

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What are spring tides?

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When there is a bigger difference between high and low tides, occurring during full and new moons.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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How often do tides occur?

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Tides typically occur twice a day.

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What is the role of the Moon in tides?

Back

The Moon's gravity pulls on the Earth's water, causing it to bulge out, creating high tides.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

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What is the role of the Sun in tides?

Back

The Sun also exerts gravitational pull on Earth's water, affecting the height of tides.

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