Tides, Seasons, Gravity

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What type of tide occurs when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned?

Back

Spring tide

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What happens to your weight if you go to the Moon?

Back

You weigh less than you do on Earth.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one full rotation?

Back

24 hours

Front

What is produced on the side of the Earth closest to the Moon?

Back

High tide

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

In which season does the Earth receive the most sunlight?

Back

Summer

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What is the gravitational force?

Back

The force that attracts two bodies towards each other.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

Front

What causes tides on Earth?

Back

The gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

Front

What is a neap tide?

Back

A tide that occurs when the Moon is at a right angle to the Earth and Sun, resulting in the lowest tidal range.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What is the difference between spring tide and neap tide?

Back

Spring tides have the highest tidal range, while neap tides have the lowest.

Front

What is the role of the Sun in the tidal system?

Back

The Sun's gravity also affects tides, but to a lesser extent than the Moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4