Tides

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What are spring tides?

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Spring tides occur when the Earth, the Moon, and the Sun are aligned, typically during the new moon and full moon phases, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.

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What are neap tides?

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Neap tides occur when the Earth, the Moon, and the Sun form a right angle, typically during the first and third quarter phases of the moon, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.

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What causes tides?

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Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on Earth's oceans.

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Which body has a greater effect on Earth's tides, the Sun or the Moon?

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The Moon has a greater effect on Earth's tides due to its proximity to Earth.

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When do spring tides occur?

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Spring tides occur during the new moon and full moon phases.

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When do neap tides occur?

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Neap tides occur during the first and third quarter phases of the moon.

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What is the difference between high tide and low tide?

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High tide is the maximum level of the ocean water, while low tide is the minimum level of the ocean water.

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How often do tides occur?

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Tides typically occur twice a day, with two high tides and two low tides.

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What is the role of the Sun in tides?

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The Sun's gravitational pull also affects tides, but its effect is less than that of the Moon.

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What is a tidal range?

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The tidal range is the difference in height between high tide and low tide.