13.2.3 - Importance of Tides
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Practice Questions
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What is a tide?
💡 Hint: Think of how the water level changes in the ocean.
How often do spring tides occur?
💡 Hint: Remember the alignment of the sun and the moon.
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What primarily causes tides?
💡 Hint: Consider the celestial relationships involved.
True or False: Neap tides are higher than spring tides.
💡 Hint: Think about how alignment affects heights.
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Evaluate the implications of tidal energy generation for coastal communities. What are the potential benefits and drawbacks?
💡 Hint: Consider economic and environmental factors.
Analyze how the geographical features of a coastal area could affect tidal ranges and navigation.
💡 Hint: Think about how shape can change the behavior of water.
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