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The moon's gravitational pull creates tides in Earth's oceans. When the moon is directly overhead or on the opposite side of the Earth, it causes high tides. When it is at a right angle to the Earth and the sun, it causes lower tides. This gravitational interaction results in the regular rise and fall of ocean waters.
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What does the moon affect the earths tides?
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How does the earths rotation affect the way you view the moon?
The earths rotation effects whether it is night or day (so you'll see the moon at night).
How does the Moon's movement effect the tides?
The moons gravity 'pulls' the earths water creating a 'tide.'
How does the moon affect your bodies?
The moon attracts water, and 80% of our bodies are water, therefore we are unknowingly pulled to the moon, but only during full moons.
What has the greatest effect on earths tides?
The moon.
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