Ocean Zones Flashcards
1
Q
High Tide
A
When ocean water reaches the highest point along the shore due to the gravitational pull from the Moon and Sun
2
Q
Low tide
A
When ocean water reaches the lowest-point along the shore due to the gravitational pull from the moon and sun
3
Q
Intertidal zone
A
The area of the ocean floor between the high tide and low tide
4
Q
Tide pool
A
A shallow body of water that remains within rocks along the intertidal zone
