PBS Space Time - S2015E28: What Physics Teachers Get Wrong About Tides!

Name: What Physics Teachers Get Wrong About Tides!
Genre: Documentary, Talk
Released: 2015-08-05

Aug 05, 2015Documentary, TalkSeason 2015, Episode 28

We all know tides have something to do with gravity from the Moon and Sun, but if gravity affects the motion of all objects equally, then how come oceans have large tides while other bodies of water don't? It's because your mental picture of the tides is probably WRONG!!! Join Gabe on this week’s episode of PBS Space Time as he sets the record straight on tidal force, gravitational differential and what role the moon actually plays in tides. Why don't lakes have tides? Watch the episode to find out!

Cast: Matthew O’Dowd, Gabe Perez-Giz

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PBS Space Time S2015E28 Synopsis

Stream PBS Space Time "What Physics Teachers Get Wrong About Tides!" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2015-08-05, this episode is part of Season 2015 of PBS Space Time. Featuring performances from Matthew O’Dowd, Gabe Perez-Giz among the cast. With a runtime of 16m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary and Talk series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. We all know tides have something to do with gravity from the Moon and Sun, but if gravity affects the motion of all objects equally, then how come oceans have large tides while other bodies of water don't? It's because your mental picture of the tide...