Spring tides occur on new moon and full moon days because on these days_____________?
Correct answer: A. Sun, moon and earth are in a straight line
- A. Sun, moon and earth are in a straight line
- B. Sun and earth are at right angles
- C. Sun and moon are at right angles
- D. Earth and moon are at right angles
Explanation
During a new moon or full moon, the Sun, Moon, and Earth are nearly aligned, so their gravitational effects reinforce one another. This produces the unusually high spring tides.
Report an error
The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.
Prefer email? support@testustad.com
About Astronomy and Space
Astronomy covers the structure and motions of the solar system, planets, satellites, comets, asteroids and meteoroids, together with gravity, eclipses, seasons and phases of the Moon. It also introduces stars, galaxies, nebulae, black holes, space telescopes and satellites, while distinguishing rotation from revolution and meteors from meteorites.
Practise Astronomy and Space
286 free Astronomy and Space MCQs from Everyday Science, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.
Discussion
Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.
No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.
Exams that ask Everyday Science questions like this
Everyday Science is on 40 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.
More Astronomy and Space questions
Which of the following planets is fastest rotating planet?
Which of the following planets has the smallest diameters_____?
Which of the following is the largest planet?
Which on of the following planets orbits around the sun in a clockwise direction?
Which one of the following is not a unit of distance?
Constellations referred to as zodiac, are__________?