Tides and Seasons

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis as it goes around the sun.

Front

What is the term used to describe when the Earth spins on an axis?

Back

Rotation.

Front

If it is high tide at noon, what tide will it be 6 hours later?

Back

Low tide.

Front

What type of tide occurs when the sun is at right angles to the line between Earth and the moon?

Back

Neap tide.

Front

How many high tides are there per day?

Back

2.

Front

What is the term for the path the Earth takes around the Sun?

Back

Revolution.

Front

What is the effect of the moon's gravity on Earth?

Back

It causes tides.

Front

What is a spring tide?

Back

A tide that occurs when the sun, moon, and Earth are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.

Front

What is the difference between high tide and low tide?

Back

High tide is when the water level is at its highest, while low tide is when the water level is at its lowest.

Front

What is the average duration between high tides?

Back

Approximately 6 hours.