Seasons and Tides Test
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes tides on Earth?
Back
Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on Earth's oceans.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a spring tide?
Back
A spring tide occurs when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a neap tide?
Back
A neap tide occurs when the Moon is at a right angle to the Earth and Sun, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the tilt of the Earth's axis affect seasons?
Back
The tilt of the Earth's axis (approximately 23.5 degrees) causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to the changing seasons.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is Ecuador warm during winter?
Back
Ecuador is located along the equator, which receives direct sunlight year-round, resulting in warm temperatures regardless of the season.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What would happen if Earth were not tilted on its axis?
Back
If Earth were not tilted on its axis, there would be no significant seasonal changes; temperatures would remain relatively constant throughout the year.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between spring and neap tides?
Back
Spring tides occur during full and new moons when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned, while neap tides occur during the first and third quarter moons when the Moon is at a right angle to the Sun.
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