'24: Norman: 6th: Seasons and Tides

Front

What causes high tide on Earth?

Back

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

Front

What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 3?

Back

Summer.

Front

What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position B?

Back

Northern Hemisphere (Fall) / Southern Hemisphere (Spring).

Front

What are the two main factors that cause seasons on Earth?

Back

The revolution around the Sun and the tilt on the Earth's axis.

Front

What is a tide?

Back

The rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational forces exerted by the Moon and the Sun.

Front

What is the difference between spring tide and neap tide?

Back

Spring tide occurs when the Sun, Moon, and Earth are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides. Neap tide occurs when the Sun and Moon are at right angles relative to Earth, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

The angle at which the Earth's axis is tilted from vertical, approximately 23.5 degrees, which affects the seasons.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

Back

Approximately 365.25 days.

Front

What is the significance of the equator in relation to seasons?

Back

The equator experiences little variation in temperature and daylight throughout the year, unlike the poles.

Front

What happens during the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

The Northern Hemisphere is tilted closest to the Sun, resulting in the longest day of the year.