Tides

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What are spring tides?

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Spring tides occur when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned, typically during the new moon and full moon phases, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.

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What are neap tides?

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Neap tides occur when the Earth, Moon, and Sun form a right angle, typically during the first and third quarter phases of the moon, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.

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What causes tides?

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Tides are caused mainly by the gravitational pull of the Moon on the Earth.

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Which celestial body has the greatest effect on Earth's tides?

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The Moon has the greatest effect on Earth's tides.

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What is the difference between spring and neap tides?

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Spring tides are higher and occur during new and full moons, while neap tides are lower and occur during the first and third quarters of the moon.

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What is the role of the Sun in tides?

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The Sun also affects tides, but its effect is less than that of the Moon. It contributes to the overall tidal patterns.

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How often do tides occur?

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Tides typically occur twice a day, with two high tides and two low tides.

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What is a tidal range?

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The tidal range is the difference in height between high tide and low tide.

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What is the term for the highest point of a tide?

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The highest point of a tide is called high tide.

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What is the term for the lowest point of a tide?

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The lowest point of a tide is called low tide.