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resonance

In the context of tides, resonance happens when the natural movement of water in a bay matches the timing of incoming ocean tides. This causes the water to slosh back and forth more strongly, making the rise and fall of tides much bigger.

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The Largest Tides in the World
In this lesson, learn about the Bay of Fundy, home to the largest tidal range in the world and how it shapes the shoreline.
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