Question

Locate the two Moon phases from parts B and C that align with the spring tides. Is the orientation and alignment of the Sun, Earth, and Moon in a straight line or at a right angle? Gravitationally, how does this alignment likely influence Earth’s tides?

Answer 1

Answer:

When the sun, moon, and Earth are in alignment (at the time of the new or full moon), the solar tide has an additive effect on the lunar tide, creating extra-high high tides, and very low, low tides — both commonly called spring tides. ... A similar situation occurs between the Earth and the sun.