Tides Explained
The ocean's tides result from the gravitational pull of the moon, which causes the water to bulge in specific areas. As the Earth rotates, these bulges create high and low tides, occurring twice daily. While the sun also influences tides, its effect is significantly less than that of the moon. Various factors, including the ocean floor's shape and continental outlines, further complicate tide patterns.In this clip
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