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By gravity. The Moon (and to a slightly lesser extent the Sun) exerts a gravitational force on the ocean (actually, on the whole Earth, but it's easier for the ocean, being liquid, to reshape itself in response) that produces the tides.

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The moon's gravitational pull causes the ocean to bulge, creating high and low tides. This movement of water is known as tidal forces and can impact ocean currents and marine life behavior. The moon's influence on the ocean is essential for regulating sea levels and maintaining a healthy marine ecosystem.

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