Tides

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What causes tides on Earth?

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Differences in the moon's and sun's gravitational pull on different sides of the Earth.

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What is a Neap Tide?

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A tide that has a smaller range, occurring when the sun and moon are at right angles to each other.

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What is a Spring Tide?

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A tide that has a large range, characterized by higher highs and lower lows.

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What produces a high tide on Earth?

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The bulge of water on the side of the Earth closest to the moon.

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How often do Spring Tides occur in a month?

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Twice per month.

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What is the gravitational pull of the moon responsible for?

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Creating tides on Earth.

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What happens during a Neap Tide?

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The difference between high and low tide is at its smallest.

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What is the effect of the sun's position on tides?

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The sun's gravitational pull also influences tides, but to a lesser extent than the moon.

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

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High Tide.

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

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Low Tide.