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GCSE Astronomy

Explore Tides

The ocean’s tides rise and fall every day, but have you ever wondered what causes them? The Moon and Sun both play a role in shaping the movement of water across the Earth. 

The Moon

The Moon is the largest and brightest object we see in the night sky. 

Image of the Moon in its first quarter phase, showing the contrast between the illuminated and shadowed regions, with visible craters and lunar surface details. On the bottom left there is a photo of Liverpool Telescope pointing at the moon
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The Moon at Last Quarter Phase