Low and High Tide
KWBAT Determine the effects of the moon, sun, earth position on the rise and fall of tides
Today we will have a day of independent work to learn about the effects of the moon on the Earth. Today you will need to be efficiently and work diligently to finish all the tasks.
Do Now: Complete the Eclipse Review 11/8 on Illuminate
STEP 1: Complete the Eclipse Review Handout ( will be provided by Mr.. Keys)
STEP 2: Read the article and answer the questions below: Tides Article
If the Moon is over the same spot on Earth only once per day, why are there two high tides per day?
Describe the causes of spring and neap tides.
What are the possible reasons that the Bay of Fundy has such a large tidal range?
STEP 3: Watch the video and answer the questions below on a separate sheet of paper.
If you are standing on the shore and it is high tide, what are the two possible locations for the moon relative to where you are?
What is the secondary reason for the tides? Why are these tides weaker than the moon's tides?
Why is it good that the moon is not closer to the Earth?
STEP 4: Complete the Tides Notes and Worksheet
