Question

During spring tide, the sun and moon are aligned. Which statement below best describes the tidal range during a spring tide?

A.During spring tide, the smallest tidal range will occur.
B.During spring tide, the lowest low tide and the lowest high tide will occur.
C.During spring tide, the largest tidal range will occur.
D.During spring tide, the highest low tide and the lowest high tide will occur.

Answer 1

C

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

A ) The smallest tidal ranges are less than 1 m (3 feet). The highest tides, called spring tides, are formed when the earth, sun and moon are lined up in a row. This happens every two weeks during a new moon or full moon. Smaller tides, called neap tides, are formed when the earth, sun and moon form a right angle.

C ) The most extreme tidal range occurs during spring tides, when the gravitational forces of both the Moon and Sun are aligned (syzygy), reinforcing each other in the same direction (new moon) or in opposite directions (full moon).