Seasons and Tides Review

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What is the tilt of the Earth during summer in the Southern Hemisphere?

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The Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun.

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What happens during a spring tide?

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There are really high tides.

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What causes tides?

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Tides are caused by gravity.

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What is a spring tide?

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A spring tide occurs when the Earth, moon, and sun are in line with each other during a new or full moon.

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What is a neap tide?

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A neap tide occurs when the moon is in its first or third quarter phases, resulting in lower high tides.

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How often do spring tides occur?

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Spring tides occur approximately every two weeks.

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What is the main difference between spring and neap tides?

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Spring tides are higher than neap tides.

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What role does the moon play in tides?

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The moon's gravitational pull affects the Earth's water, causing tides.

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What is the effect of the sun on tides?

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The sun also exerts gravitational pull on Earth, influencing tides, but to a lesser extent than the moon.

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When do spring tides occur?

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Spring tides occur during the new moon and full moon phases.