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Tides are created by the known and predictable gravitational pull of the sun and moon in their relationship to the earth. Tides are also affected by unpredictable forces of nature (winds, storms, river runs, atmospheric pressure changes). An understanding of the forces causing ocean tides is complex.
Generally, there will be 2 high tides and 2 low tides every 24 hours occuring approximately 50 minutes later each day. During periods of full moon or new moon high tides are usually higher than normal and low tides are usually lower than normal. During periods of the first quarter and last quarter the high tides and the low tides are usually less than normal.
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ViviWaves are predictable based on factors like wind speed, duration, and fetch direction. Tides are predictable due to the gravitational forces of the moon and sun, which create regular patterns of high and low tides. Mathematical models and historical data help forecast wave heights and tidal movements.
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Are tides predictable or irregular?
irregular
ARE the tides predictable and cyclic?
Yes
Why is tidal wave power energy good?
some advantages of tidal energy are, continuous, predictable energy. Another benefit of tidal power is that it is predictable. The gravitational forces of celestial bodies are not going to stop anytime soon.
Are ocean tides predictable?
Yes, ocean tides are predictable. They are primarily influenced by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun, which allows us to forecast the timing and height of tides accurately. Tide prediction tables are available to help predict high and low tides at specific locations.
How can power plants utilize the tides?
They use turbines to make tides or waves.
