Tides and Seasons

Front

What season is it when the Earth is closest to the Sun?

Back

Winter

Front

What season is it when the Earth is tilted toward the sun?

Back

Summer

Front

Why is the Moon's influence on the tides stronger than the Sun's?

Back

The Moon is closer to the Earth.

Front

A __________ tide occurs when the sun, Earth, and the moon are nearly in a line.

Back

Spring

Front

What causes the Earth's ocean's tides?

Back

The gravitational pull of the Moon and Sun.

Front

What is a tide?

Back

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

Front

What is the role of the Sun in tides?

Back

The Sun's gravity also affects tides, but its influence is weaker than that of the Moon.

Front

What is a neap tide?

Back

A neap tide occurs when the sun and moon are at right angles relative to the Earth, resulting in lower high tides.

Front

What is a spring tide?

Back

A spring tide occurs when the sun, Earth, and moon are aligned, resulting in higher high tides.

Front

How often do tides occur?

Back

Tides typically occur twice a day due to the rotation of the Earth.