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Geography GK · Q122

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Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 122

Q122

Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the

A.
Earth on the Moon
B.
Earth on the Sun
C.
Sun and Moon on the Earth
Answer
D.
Moon on the Earth

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the Sun and Moon on the Earth. Due to gravitational effect of Sun & Moon on Earth, the water in the oceans tends to rise causing tides in nearby coastal areas.