Ocean Tides
Develop an understanding of ocean tides by comparing the depth of water near a dock to the positions of the Moon, Sun, and Earth. Determine the influence of the Moon and Sun on tides, and compare spring tides to neap tides.
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Develop an understanding of ocean tides by comparing the depth of water near a dock to the positions of the Moon, Sun, and Earth. Determine the influence of the Moon and Sun on tides, and compare spring tides to neap tides.
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Define tides.
- Explain what causes tides.
- Determine the effect of the Moon on tides.
- Identify spring and neap tides.
- Interpret the effect of the Sun on tides.
- Analyze data using a chart.
VOCABULARY:
- gravity, high tide, low tide, neap tide, range, spring tide
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Vocabulario: Las Mareas Oceánicas
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Guía del profesor: Las Mareas Oceánicas
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Exploración estudiantil: Las Mareas Oceánicas
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Vocabulaire: Marées Océaniques
OceanTidesVocabF - French Translation
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Guide de l'enseignant: Marées Océaniques
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Easy to understand...provides an understanding at the macro (Earth-Moon interaction) and experiential (water riding and lowering) levels
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Excellent Gizmo for an overview of what causes tides; can be modified for elementary
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