What causes tides?
Moon Phases and Tides

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Tides are caused by the combined gravitational forces of the sun and moon.
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When do neap tides occur?
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Neap tides occur during the first and third quarters of the moon.
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What are the types of tides that have high tidal ranges?
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Spring tides occur during the new and full moon.
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What is a first quarter moon?
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A first quarter moon is when half of the moon is illuminated and appears as a half-circle.
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What does 'waxing' mean in relation to the moon?
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Waxing refers to the phase of the moon when it is increasing in illumination.
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What does 'waning' mean in relation to the moon?
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Waning refers to the phase of the moon when it is decreasing in illumination.
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What is a spring tide?
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A spring tide is a tide with the greatest difference between high and low water, occurring during new and full moons.
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