Seasons and Tides Review

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What season occurs when the area in which you live tilts away from the sun?

Back

It is winter.

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Front

What are daily changes in ocean water called?

Back

Tides.

Front

Why does the Moon have a greater influence on Earth tides than the Sun?

Back

It is closer to the Earth.

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Front

What causes differences in the moon's and sun's pull on different sides of the Earth?

Back

Tides.

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What type of tide is created by the arrangement of Earth, Moon, and Sun during a neap tide?

Back

Neap tide.

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What is the term for the position of the Earth, Moon, and Sun that results in the highest tides?

Back

Spring tide.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on the seasons?

Back

It causes different areas to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

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Front

What are the two main types of tides?

Back

Spring tides and neap tides.

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How often do tides occur?

Back

Tides occur approximately every 6 hours.

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Front

What is the gravitational effect of the Moon on Earth?

Back

It causes tides due to its gravitational pull.

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