Tides & Eclipses Flashcard - R - 2024

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What is a High Tide?

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A High Tide is the point at which the water level is at its highest due to the gravitational pull of the Moon.

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What causes Low Tides?

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Low Tides occur when the water level is at its lowest, typically on the side of the Earth opposite the Moon.

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What are Neap Tides?

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Neap Tides are the tides that occur during the 1st Quarter and 3rd Quarter Moon phases, resulting in the least difference between high and low tides.

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What are Spring Tides?

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Spring Tides are the tides that occur during the New Moon and Full Moon phases, resulting in the greatest difference between high and low tides.

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How often do we experience Spring and Neap Tides?

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We experience Spring and Neap Tides approximately 2 times per month.

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What is the Umbra in an eclipse?

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The Umbra is the darkest part of a shadow during an eclipse, where the light from the Sun is completely blocked.

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What is the Penumbra in an eclipse?

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The Penumbra is the lighter part of a shadow during an eclipse, where the light from the Sun is partially blocked.

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What happens during a Solar Eclipse?

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During a Solar Eclipse, the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light either partially or completely.

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What happens during a Lunar Eclipse?

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During a Lunar Eclipse, the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to fall on the Moon.

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What is the gravitational pull of the Moon?

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The gravitational pull of the Moon affects the Earth's water, causing tides to rise and fall.