Multiple choice general knowledge

Spring tides occur when ?

  1. the moon is nearest to the earth

  2. the moon is farthest from the earth

  3. the moon, the sun and the earth are at right angles with the earth at the apex

  4. the moon, the sun and the, earth are in the same line.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Spring tides occur when the sun, moon, and earth align in a straight line (syzygy), which happens during new moon and full moon phases. This alignment combines gravitational forces, creating higher high tides and lower low tides. Option C describes neap tides, not spring tides.

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