Question 1965Navigation General70% to pass
The tides in Boston Harbor generally _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) have a greater range than the tides in Gulf Coast ports.
The tides in Boston Harbor, being located on the Atlantic coast, generally have a greater tidal range compared to the tides in Gulf Coast ports. This is due to the funnel-like shape of the coastline in the northeastern United States, which amplifies the tidal range. In contrast, the Gulf Coast experiences more moderate tidal ranges.
The other options are not correct. Option B is incorrect as the tides in Boston Harbor are mixed, with both diurnal and semi-diurnal components. Option C is incorrect as the tidal variations are primarily caused by the Moon's gravitational pull, not its changing declination.
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