There are high tides and low tides in the bigger water bodies on Earth. Which statement is true about tides?
- Tides are caused by x-rays, not gravity.
- Tides are caused by the gravitational effect of the Sun only.
- Tides are caused by the gravitational forces of both the Moon and the Sun.
- Tides are caused by the gravitational effect of the Moon only.
Answer
The correct answer is C) Tides are caused by the gravitational forces of both the Moon and the Sun..
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