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Harbor Resonance vs Gravity

Explores whether resonance in bays drives tides more than lunar forces. ?? Model.Debate.Description

Focus

Do standing waves explain tidal extremes?

Tags

tides · resonance

Harbor Resonance vs Gravity

Debate summary

Flat earthers point to extreme tides in narrow inlets as evidence of resonance rather than gravity. Scientists respond that resonance modulates but does not originate the tidal force.

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Questions & answers

Why are some harbors amplified?

Flat Earth stance

Because resonance dominates, not lunar pull.

Scientist stance

Lunar forcing excites basins; geometry sets amplitude.

Rebuttal

Resonance cannot occur without a driving force; which force is it?

Why are some harbors amplified?

Flat Earth stance

Because resonance dominates, not lunar pull.

Scientist stance

Lunar forcing excites basins; geometry sets amplitude.

Rebuttal

Resonance cannot occur without a driving force; which force is it?

How can we trust lunar influence over local observations?

Flat Earth stance

Local observations show tides are inconsistent with lunar phases.

Scientist stance

Tides are predictable and consistent when modeled with lunar cycles.

Rebuttal

Local observations can be influenced by many factors; controlled studies show lunar impact.

Isn't it possible that standing waves cause tides?

Flat Earth stance

Standing waves in bays can create extreme tidal variations.

Scientist stance

Standing waves can affect tides but do not replace the gravitational pull.

Rebuttal

Standing waves require a force to initiate; gravity is that force.

Why do we see different tidal heights in different locations?

Flat Earth stance

It’s evidence of local factors overriding a universal force.

Scientist stance

Tidal heights vary due to geography, depth, and resonance effects.

Rebuttal

Variability is explained by complex interactions, not a rejection of gravitational influence.

What about the Coriolis effect? Doesn't it support a flat Earth?

Flat Earth stance

Coriolis is a myth; we see no evidence of it in water movement.

Scientist stance

Coriolis effect is well-documented and affects large-scale movements like ocean currents.

Rebuttal

Coriolis can be observed in weather patterns and ocean currents; it’s a fundamental principle of physics.