Tides Day 2 DOL

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What are tides?

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Tides are the rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational forces of the Moon and the Sun on Earth.

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What are neap tides?

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Neap tides are small tides that occur when the high tide is not as high as usual and the low tide is not as low as usual.

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When do neap tides occur?

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Neap tides occur during the first and third quarter phases of the Moon.

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What are spring tides?

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Spring tides are large tides that occur when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned, typically during new and full moons.

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How many high tides does a location experience in a day?

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Most locations experience 2 high tides each day.

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Which celestial body has a greater effect on Earth's tides, the Sun or the Moon?

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The Moon has a greater effect on Earth's tides than the Sun.

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What is the gravitational force?

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Gravitational force is the attraction between two masses, such as the Earth and the Moon, which affects tides.

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What is the difference between spring and neap tides?

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Spring tides occur when the Earth and Sun are in line with the new or full moon, while neap tides occur when the Moon is in the first or third quarter.

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What causes the variation in tide heights?

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The variation in tide heights is caused by the positions of the Moon and Sun relative to the Earth.

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What is a tidal cycle?

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A tidal cycle is the pattern of rising and falling sea levels, typically occurring twice a day.