Seasons and Tides Review

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What is the tidal range?

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The tidal range is the difference between the levels of ocean water at high tides and low tides, which depends on the sun-Earth-moon's position.

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What does the term equinox mean?

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Equinox means equal amount of daylight and equal amount of night.

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Which season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 3?

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Summer.

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Which season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 1?

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Winter.

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How many low tides and high tides occur in a day?

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2 low tides and 2 high tides.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun.

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What is a solstice?

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A solstice is an event that occurs when the sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon, marking the longest and shortest days of the year.

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What is the difference between spring and fall equinox?

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Spring equinox marks the beginning of spring, while fall equinox marks the beginning of fall; both have equal day and night.

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What is the role of the moon in tides?

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The moon's gravitational pull affects the ocean's water levels, creating high and low tides.

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What is a high tide?

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A high tide is when the ocean water level is at its highest point due to the gravitational pull of the moon and sun.