Question
Distinguish between spring tide and neap tide.
Answer
Spring Tide | Neap Tide |
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Occurs during new moon and full moon | Occurs during first and third quarters of the moon |
Results in very high rise in water level (high tide) | Results in very low rise in water level (high tide) |
Caused by the combined attraction of the Sun and Moon | Caused by the counteraction of the attraction of the Sun and Moon |