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big1devin

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What does Newton's gravitational model not consider when determining influences on tides?
  a. The position of the moon and sun
  b. The attraction of the moon, sun, and Earth
  c. The position of landmasses in relation to the moon
  d. The influence of the moon and sun together



Question 2

The sun and moon are aligned in a right angle with Earth at its vortex. What kind of tide would this
  produce?
  a. Solar tide
  b. Flood tide
  c. Spring tide
  d. Neap tide




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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Newton did not consider the position of landmasses or ocean depths when giving his gravitational
model on tides. His theory would be accurate if the Earth was covered by water in a uniformed way.
Information can be found in the section Tides Are the Longest of All Ocean Waves



Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Neap tides are characterized as having low high tides and high low tides. These occur every two weeks
with the first and third moon phases. Information can be found in the section Tides Are Forced Waves
Formed by Gravity and Inertia.




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