Question

How long will it be until North America experiences its next High Tide?
a. 1 month
c. 6 Hours
b. 24 Hours
d. 12 Hours

Answer 1

Answer:

Because the Earth rotates through two tidal “bulges” every lunar day, coastal areas experience two high and two low tides every 24 hours and 50 minutes. High tides occur 12 hours and 25 minutes apart.