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Tides are caused by the force of the

Sun,moon, and Earth

100

Which three factors most directly affect surface currents in the oceans?

Coriolis forces from the Earth's rotation, and the position of landforms that interact with the currents.

200

How are the sun, Earth, and the moon aligned when spring tides occur?

Straight line

200

Which of the following movements of ocean water has the greatest direct effect on the growth of producers?

Upwelling

300

What is the similarity between a neap tide and a spring tide?

They both happen twice a month

400

What causes tides?

The gravitational pull of the moon

500


Why is the timing of tides predictable?

The moon is predictable 

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