Tides and Moon

Tides and Moon

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Physics

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a tide?

Back

A tide is the regular rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on Earth.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes tides on Earth?

Back

The gravitational pull of the Moon is the main factor that causes tides on Earth.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many high tides occur in a typical tidal cycle?

Back

There are typically 2 high tides in a tidal cycle.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many low tides occur in a typical tidal cycle?

Back

There are typically 2 low tides in a tidal cycle.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is completely dark?

Back

The phase of the moon when it is completely dark is called the New Moon.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated?

Back

The phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated is called the Full Moon.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the term 'Waning' mean in relation to the moon?

Back

'Waning' refers to the phase of the moon when it appears to decrease in size.

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