Hurricane Dorian Plus King Tide Equals An Extra-Dangerous Situation

Hurricane Dorian Plus King Tide Equals An Extra-Dangerous Situation

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography, Science, Biology, Physics

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the impact of Hurricane Durian on Florida's coast, particularly during a king tide. It explains how factors like ocean warmth, the moon's perigee, and the Earth's proximity to the sun influence tides. These factors are converging, making this year's tides potentially more dangerous, especially with the added impact of Hurricane Durian.

Read more

2 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Explain the significance of the moon's perigee in relation to ocean tides.

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

In what ways can storms like Hurricane Durian impact king tides?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF