Question 23
Tides are natural phenomena that occur on water. All of the following statements are true about tides EXCEPT
Editorial review: distinguish astronomical tides, tidal regimes and weather-driven water-level changes.
Original choices:
A. The interaction between the gravitational forces of the earth, moon, and sun leads to the occurrence of tides.
B. The earth’s position greatly affects the intensity of tides.
C. Tides are occurring twice a day.
D. Wind factors also greatly influence the intensity of tides.
E. Tides are an example of the vertical movement of the ocean water.
Editorial review: distinguish astronomical tides, tidal regimes and weather-driven water-level changes.
Original choices:
A. The interaction between the gravitational forces of the earth, moon, and sun leads to the occurrence of tides.
B. The earth’s position greatly affects the intensity of tides.
C. Tides are occurring twice a day.
D. Wind factors also greatly influence the intensity of tides.
E. Tides are an example of the vertical movement of the ocean water.