alleryWhat does the term semi-diurnal mean for tides?
AOne high and one low daily
BTwo high waters every month
CTwo high and two low waters daily
DOne high water each week
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Two high and two low waters daily
A semi-diurnal tide gives two high waters and two low waters in each day.
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