Discussion :: Earth
- Spring tides occur when ________
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A.
The moon is nearest to the earth |
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B.
The moon is farthest from the earth |
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C.
The moon, the sun and the earth are at right angles with the earth at the apex |
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D.
The moon, the sun and the earth are in the same line |
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Answer : Option D
Explanation :
When the sun and the moon are in line with each other, they pull the ocean's surface in the same direction. This causes higher high tides and lower low tides. This is known as Spring tides.
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