Earth Science - Moon Flashcard

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What causes ocean tides on Earth?

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Ocean tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on Earth's oceans.

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What are the two main types of tides?

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The two main types of tides are high tides and low tides.

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What is a spring tide?

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A spring tide is a tide that occurs when the Sun, Moon, and Earth are aligned, resulting in the highest high tides and the lowest low tides.

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What is a neap tide?

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A neap tide occurs when the Sun and Moon are at right angles relative to Earth, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.

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How does the position of the Moon affect tides?

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The position of the Moon relative to Earth determines the strength of its gravitational pull, affecting the height of the tides.

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What is the phase of the Moon when it is fully illuminated?

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The phase of the Moon when it is fully illuminated is called the Full Moon.

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What is the phase of the Moon when it is not visible from Earth?

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The phase of the Moon when it is not visible from Earth is called the New Moon.

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How long does it take for the Moon to complete one orbit around Earth?

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It takes about 27.3 days for the Moon to complete one orbit around Earth.

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What is the significance of the Moon's position in relation to Earth and the Sun?

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The Moon's position affects the timing and height of tides, as well as the visibility of its phases.

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What is the term for the area of the Earth experiencing high tide?

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The area of the Earth experiencing high tide is called the tidal bulge.