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Contributor: Victoria Surface. Lesson ID: 10712
What do the sun and moon have to do with the ocean? Explore the exciting world of tides and choose an exciting sea projects to complete!
Watch this short time-lapse video of the tide rising and lowering along the Canadian coast.
The tide rolls in. The tide rolls out.
Well, it's all because of the moon and the sun.
That's true, but they still greatly affect the tides. Find out how.
First, watch the video below to learn about high and low tides and how tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun.
Now, answer these questions.
If you need help, check the answers below.
When you've got the idea, continue to the Got It? section for some great hands-on projects!
Supplies for the Modeling Tides Activity
Supplies and Equipment for the Timing the Tides Project
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