Rotation, Revolution, and Seasons

Front

What causes tides?

Back

Gravity is the primary force that causes tides on Earth.

Front

The process of Earth spinning on its axis is referred to as:

Back

Rotation.

Front

What is a difference between spring and neap tides?

Back

Spring tides occur when the Earth and Sun are in line with the new or full moon.

Front

Equinox means -

Back

Equal light; it refers to the time when day and night are of equal length.

Front

The bulge of water on the side of the Earth closest to the moon produces ___________.

Back

High tide.

Front

What is revolution in terms of Earth’s movement?

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Revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun in an elliptical orbit.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth’s axis?

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The Earth’s axis is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

What are the two types of tides?

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High tides and low tides.

Front

What is a spring tide?

Back

A spring tide is a tide that occurs when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.

Front

What is a neap tide?

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A neap tide occurs when the Moon is at a right angle to the Earth and Sun, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.