Geography Flashcard

Front

What is the tilt of Earth's axis?

Back

23.5 degrees

Front

What causes spring tides to be higher than normal tides?

Back

Because the moon and sun are combining their gravitational strength.

Front

What is the type of tide with small tidal ranges when the sun and moon are at right angles?

Back

Neap Tide

Front

What is the primary force that causes tides?

Back

Gravity

Front

Which locations on Earth are experiencing winter when the sun's rays are directed away?

Back

Location 1 and Location 2.

Front

What is a tide?

Back

The rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational forces of the moon and sun.

Front

What is a spring tide?

Back

A tide that occurs when the sun and moon are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.

Front

What is a neap tide?

Back

A tide that occurs when the sun and moon are at right angles, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.

Front

How often do tides occur?

Back

Tides typically occur twice a day.

Front

What is the role of the moon in tides?

Back

The moon's gravitational pull is the primary force that causes tides.