5 Questions
Which celestial bodies contribute to the rise and fall of sea levels?
The Moon and the Sun
What can tide tables be used for?
To find the predicted times and amplitude of tides
What factors influence the predictions of tides?
Alignment of the Sun and Moon, phase and amplitude of the tide, shape of the coastline, and near-shore bathymetry
What type of tides do many shorelines experience?
Semi-diurnal tides
What category of tides has two uneven magnitude tides a day?
Mixed tides
Test your knowledge about tides and their causes with this informative quiz! Learn about the gravitational forces of the Moon and Sun, as well as the influence of Earth's orbit. Discover how tide tables can be used to predict times and amplitudes. Challenge yourself with questions about the factors that affect tides.
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