The Mysteries of the Moon and Tides

What celestial body is closest to humans and significantly affects our planet?

• Mars

• The Moon

• The Sun

• Jupiter

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What causes ocean waves to form?

• Sun's heat

• Earth's rotation

• Moon's gravity

• Wind over sea surface

What phenomenon occurs when the sea level rises?

• Neap tide

• Spring tide

• High tide

• Low tide

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Why does the Moon orbit around the Earth?

• Due to the Moon's rotation

• Because of Earth's gravity

• Due to Earth's magnetic field

• Because of the Sun's gravity

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What is the primary cause of tides on Earth?

• The Moon's gravitational pull

• The Sun's heat

• Earth's rotation

• Wind patterns

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How often do high tide and low tide occur each day?

• Three times

• Once

• Twice

• Four times

What additional factor, besides the Moon, influences Earth's tides?

• Mars' gravity

• The Sun

• Jupiter's gravity

• Earth's atmosphere

What causes the bulging effect on Earth's surface?

• The alignment of all planets

• Earth's rotation on its axis

• The gravitational pull of nearby asteroids

• The Moon's and Sun's gravitational pull

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What are spring tides?

• Tides during spring season

• Lowest tides of the year

• Tides with the highest difference in height

• Tides caused only by the Sun

When do neap tides occur?

• During a new moon

• When the Moon is closest to Earth

• When the Moon is perpendicular to the Sun and Earth

• During a full moon

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