Tides are very long-period waves characterized by the rise and fall of sea levels. This phenomenon occurs in response to forces exerted jointly by the moon and sun, generated in the ocean, and propagating toward the coast. Tides can be divided into two main types: low tide and high tide. High tide occurs when sea water rises above the mean level while low tide occurs when sea water falls below the ...[Read More]
Imaggeo On Monday: The movement of the tides
The movement of the tides. Credit:
Marina Refatti Fagundes (distributed via imaggeo.egu.eu)
