Twice a month. When the moon is directly opposite the sun and when it is in line with the sun in relation to the earth. These are called spring tides.
tidal forces of the moon and sun act together
tidal currents
tidal currents
The primary source of tidal effects on Earth is the Moon, and the Sun is #2.
the combined forces of the sun and the moon on Earth produces tidal ranges.
Tidal Currents
Twice a month. When the moon is directly opposite the sun and when it is in line with the sun in relation to the earth. These are called spring tides.
The gravitational pull of the Sun and the Moon cause the tidal bulges.
tidal forces of the moon and sun act together
The position of the moon & sun relative to the potion of the Earth experiencing the tidal change. The moon and sun both exert gravitational pull on the oceans.
Tidal Currents
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Tidal Currents
Tidal Currents