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What is a Neap Tide?

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A Neap Tide is a type of tide that occurs when the gravitational forces of the Moon and the Sun are perpendicular to each other, resulting in the lowest high tides and the highest low tides.

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What type of sunlight does the Northern Hemisphere receive during summer?

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The Northern Hemisphere receives direct sunlight during summer, which leads to warmer temperatures.

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Where are most comets found?

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Most comets are found in the Oort Cloud, a distant region of space surrounding our solar system.

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Why does indirect sunlight cause cooler temperatures in fall or winter?

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Indirect sunlight causes cooler temperatures because the solar intensity decreases, leading to less heat being absorbed by the Earth's surface.

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What causes the changing Moon phases as seen from Earth?

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The changing Moon phases are caused by the Moon's orbit around the Earth, which affects how much of the Moon's surface is illuminated by the Sun.

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What is a Spring Tide?

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A Spring Tide is a type of tide that occurs when the gravitational forces of the Moon and the Sun are aligned, resulting in the highest high tides and the lowest low tides.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect sunlight?

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Direct sunlight is sunlight that hits the Earth directly, while indirect sunlight is sunlight that is scattered or reflected, resulting in less intensity.

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What is the Oort Cloud?

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The Oort Cloud is a theoretical cloud of icy bodies that is believed to exist at the outermost reaches of our solar system, where many comets originate.

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How does the Earth's tilt affect seasons?

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The Earth's tilt causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to the changing seasons.

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What is the role of the Sun in the Moon's phases?

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The Sun illuminates the Moon, and as the Moon orbits the Earth, different portions of its surface are lit up, creating the phases we see.