What is a spring tide?
Seasons

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A spring tide occurs when the sun, Earth, and moon are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.
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What causes the seasons on Earth?
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The tilt of Earth's axis allows for more direct sunlight in the summer and less direct sunlight in the winter.
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What happens during the spring and fall equinoxes?
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The Earth is tilted neither toward nor away from the sun, resulting in nearly equal day and night.
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What is the difference between a neap tide and a spring tide?
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A neap tide occurs when the sun and moon are at right angles to each other, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides, while a spring tide occurs when they are aligned.
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How does the tilt of the Earth affect sunlight distribution?
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The tilt causes varying angles of sunlight, leading to different temperatures and seasons.
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What is the significance of the Earth's axial tilt?
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The axial tilt is responsible for the changing seasons as it affects the intensity and duration of sunlight received at different latitudes.
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What type of tide occurs during a full moon?
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A spring tide occurs during a full moon when the sun, Earth, and moon are aligned.
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