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What are neap tides?
Think about their positioning relative to the Earth.
How often do neap tides occur?
Consider the lunar cycle.
What is a neap tide?
Think about the alignment of the sun and moon.
True or False: Neap tides occur when the sun and moon are aligned with Earth.
Consider how their positions affect tides.
A coastal town experiences spring tides that rise to 4 meters. How might tides behave on a neap tide? Expected tidal range?
Understand the relationship between spring and neap tides.
Explain the long-term ecological impact of regular neap tides on tidal marshes.
Think about biodiversity and habitat management.
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