Tides Review

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What causes tides?

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Tides are caused by the gravitational interaction of Earth, the moon, and the sun.

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What is a spring tide?

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A spring tide occurs when the moon is in the full moon or new moon phase, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.

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What is a neap tide?

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A neap tide occurs when the moon is in the first or third quarter phase, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.

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How many high tides occur in a day?

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There are typically 2 high tides and 2 low tides each day.

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What role does the moon play in tides?

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The moon's gravitational pull on Earth is the primary force that creates tides.

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What is the difference between high tide and low tide?

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High tide is the maximum level of the ocean water, while low tide is the minimum level.

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What is the effect of the sun on tides?

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The sun also exerts a gravitational pull on Earth, which influences the height of tides, but to a lesser extent than the moon.

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What happens to tides during a full moon?

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During a full moon, spring tides occur, leading to higher high tides.

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What happens to tides during a new moon?

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During a new moon, spring tides occur, leading to higher high tides.

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What is the gravitational pull of the moon on Earth responsible for?

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The gravitational pull of the moon on Earth is responsible for the creation of tides.