Topic
Tides
3 questions tagged Tides — spanning every one of the seven Ws.
which
Which sea has the largest tidal range in the world?
The Bay of Fundy in Canada has the world’s largest tidal range. Tides there can exceed 15 meters, and in some places approach about 16 meters.
OceansTides
where
Where is the Bay of Fundy known for its extreme tides?
The Bay of Fundy is between New Brunswick and Nova Scotia in eastern Canada. It has the world’s largest tidal range.
Earth ScienceTides
why
Why do some seas have stronger tides than others?
Tide strength depends on the shape of the coastline, the depth of the water, and how the ocean basin resonates with lunar and solar forces. Some places amplify tides dramatically, while others barely notice them.
Oceans and seasTides