Briefly explain the process of tide formation and differentiate between tides and waves. (15 marks, 250 words)
Introduction
17 words
Main Body
formation of tide
1. High tide and low tide
where moon is overhead, ocean water accumulates due to gravitational pull.
90° from high tide, low tide occurs due to compensation of water.
2. Spring tide
when sun & moon act in coordination.
Tide exacerbate
3. Nip Tide
when sun & moon are at right angle.
Difference between tides and waves
Tides | Waves
> Occurs twice a day | > Always
> Originate due to gravitational force | > Originate due to slope of continent and wind (advancing/receding - when receding is slow waves enlarge)
> can be source of renewable energy at large scale | > At small scale
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Conclusion
9 words
Diagram
Diagram showing earth, moon and arrows depicting high tide and low tide positions
- Clear diagram
- Concise explanation of tide mechanism
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Geography
Important Geophysical Phenomena
Tide formation
136
Total words
6
Paragraphs
structured with diagram
Tone