What causes tides to occur on the Earth?
Tides and Seasons

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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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Why is the Moon's influence on the tides stronger than the Sun's?
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The Moon is closer to the Earth than the Sun.
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During which two seasons is the Earth's axis not tilted toward or away from the sun?
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Fall and Spring.
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Which part of the Earth receives the most direct sunlight from our Sun?
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The Equator.
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During which season are the hours of night much longer than the hours of daylight?
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Winter.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the definition of a tide?
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A tide is the rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational forces of the Moon and the Sun.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role of gravity in tides?
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Gravity pulls the water in the oceans towards the Moon and the Sun, creating high and low tides.
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