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Lunar Semidiurnal Constituent
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Summary
The
Lunar Semidiurnal Constituent
, often denoted as M2, is the most significant
Tidal constituent
and results from the
Gravitational pull of the Moon
, causing two high and two
Low tides
each day. It is crucial for understanding and
Predicting tidal movements
, as it represents the
Primary lunar influence
on
Ocean Tides
, with a
Period of approximately 12.42 hours
.
Concepts
Tidal Constituents
Gravitational Forces
M2 Tidal Constituent
Tidal Prediction
Oceanography
Harmonic Analysis
Lunar Influence
Semidiurnal Tides
Tidal Periodicity
Astronomical Tides
Relevant Degrees
Physical Oceanography 70%
Earth-Moon System 30%
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