What is the common misconception about tides?

Unraveling Tides and Gravitational Forces in Our Universe

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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Tides are caused by the Earth's rotation.
Tides come in and out due to water movement.
Tides are caused by the wind.
Tides are a result of ocean currents.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the term used when the sun, moon, and Earth align?
Solstice
Equinox
Syzygy
Eclipse
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a 'neap tide'?
A tide that happens only in the summer
A tide that occurs during a solar eclipse
The lowest tide when the sun and moon are at right angles
The highest tide during a full moon
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the moon's gravitational pull affect Earth's rotation?
It slows down Earth's rotation.
It has no effect on Earth's rotation.
It causes Earth to rotate in the opposite direction.
It speeds up Earth's rotation.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What evidence do scientists use to show that Earth's rotation has slowed over time?
Fossilized mollusks
Records from ancient calendars
Changes in ocean currents
Historical weather patterns
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is 'spaghettification' and what causes it?
A gravitational effect on the moon
A type of tide on Earth
A phenomenon caused by tidal forces near a black hole
A cooking technique involving pasta
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do some people believe the moon affects human behavior?
Because the moon's gravity is stronger than the sun's
Because humans are mostly made of water
Because of ancient myths and legends
Because the moon is closer to Earth than the sun
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