Earth's Tides

Front

What is the water level at the absolute highest level?

Back

High Tide

Front

What term refers to the difference between high tide and low tide levels?

Back

Tidal Range

Front

What type of tide occurs when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned?

Back

Spring Tide

Front

What type of tide occurs when the Earth, Moon, and Sun form a right angle?

Back

Neap Tide

Front

Why is the timing of tides predictable?

Back

Because the moon’s path is predictable.

Front

What is the lowest water level during the tidal cycle called?

Back

Low Tide

Front

What are the two main types of tides?

Back

Spring Tides and Neap Tides

Front

How often do high and low tides occur in a typical day?

Back

Twice a day.

Front

What celestial body primarily influences Earth's tides?

Back

The Moon.

Front

What is the effect of the Sun on Earth's tides compared to the Moon?

Back

The Sun has a lesser effect on tides than the Moon.