Flashcard Eclipses & Tides

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a Solar Eclipse?
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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a Lunar Eclipse?
Back
A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What alignment is needed for a Solar Eclipse to occur?
Back
The alignment needed is Sun, Moon, Earth.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What phase of the Moon occurs during a Solar Eclipse?
Back
A Solar Eclipse occurs during the New Moon phase.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a Spring Tide?
Back
A spring tide is a tide that occurs during the new and full moons, resulting in a higher tidal range.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a Neap Tide?
Back
A neap tide is a tide that occurs when the Sun and Moon are at right angles to each other, resulting in a smaller tidal range.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes tides?
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Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on the Earth's oceans.
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