E.6.1.1 - Seasons and Tides 2022 Test Review

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What season is it in the Southern Hemisphere when it is winter in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Summer.

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What happens to the tidal range when the gravitational forces of the sun and moon pull in the same direction?

Back

The tide is larger than normal.

Front

What causes the difference in seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of Earth’s axis.

Front

Which hemisphere is experiencing winter when the Northern Hemisphere is in winter?

Back

The Southern Hemisphere.

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What explains the 12-hour difference between two high tides?

Back

The rotation of the Earth.

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What is the tilt of Earth's axis?

Back

The angle at which Earth is tilted in relation to its orbit around the sun, approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

How do seasons change throughout the year?

Back

Seasons change due to the tilt of Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun.

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What is a tide?

Back

The rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational forces of the moon and sun.

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What are spring tides?

Back

Tides that occur when the sun and moon are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.

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What are neap tides?

Back

Tides that occur when the sun and moon are at right angles to each other, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.