Moon Review - Earth Science

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What is the new-moon phase?

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The new-moon phase occurs when the Moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, making the Moon invisible from Earth.

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Why doesn't a new-moon phase always cause a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse does not occur during a new-moon phase because the Moon's orbit is tilted relative to the Earth's orbit.

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What are tides?

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Tides are the regular rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational forces exerted by the Moon and the Sun.

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What causes the highest high tides and lowest low tides?

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The highest high tides and lowest low tides occur during the full moon and new moon phases due to the alignment of the Earth, Moon, and Sun.

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How often do ocean tides occur?

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

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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 visibility of its phases and the occurrence of solar and lunar eclipses.

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What is the role of the Moon's gravitational pull on Earth?

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The Moon's gravitational pull causes ocean tides and influences the Earth's rotation.

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What is the difference between high tides and low tides?

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High tides are the maximum water levels, while low tides are the minimum water levels in the ocean.

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What is the effect of the Moon's tilt on eclipses?

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The tilt of the Moon's orbit prevents it from blocking the Sun during every new-moon phase, resulting in only partial eclipses sometimes.

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How can you predict the timing of tides?

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Tides can be predicted based on the positions of the Moon and the Sun, as well as historical tide data.