What happens to tides during a full moon?

During a full moon, spring tides occur, which are characterized by stronger than normal high tides and lower than normal low tides. This phenomenon happens because the gravitational pull from the moon and the sun is aligned. During a full moon, the Earth is positioned between the sun and the moon, enhancing the combined gravitational forces. As a result, the ocean’s water is pulled more strongly towards both the moon and the sun, leading to higher high tides and lower low tides. This cycle creates the effect of stronger spring tides. Understanding this relationship between the positions of the moon, sun, and Earth is crucial in grasping how gravitational forces influence tidal patterns.