Explain Why the Spring and Neap Tides Occur Periodically

question 31

Essay

Explain why the spring and neap tides occur periodically.

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Definitions:

Interferogram

The combining of satellite mapping images taken of a place at two different times to compare changes in the land surface, for example, during an earthquake.

Seismograms

Records produced by a seismograph that visually represent the vibrations of the earth, used to analyze and interpret seismic activity.

Flood Areas

Regions that are prone to flooding due to their geographical location near water bodies or due to poor drainage.

Tsunamis

Large, often destructive sea waves generated primarily by earthquakes or volcanic eruptions beneath the ocean floor.