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How does the moon effect the earths seasons?
It doesn't
What forces causes the earth's highest tides in the ocean?
The gravity of the moon and sun causes the earth's tides. The greatest tides are called 'spring' tides which occur when the earth, moon and sun are aligned. The moon has the greatest effect on our tides because of its proximity.
Is earths temperature hoter than the moon?
Yes, but only by a small amount (green-house effect of atmosphere). Note that the absence of atmosphere on the moon makes for wild temp swings.
What is earths satellite called?
The Moon
Where is earths greatest concentration of metal?
in Volcano
What has the greatest effect on earths tides?
The moon.
How does the moon and the sun effect the earths oceans?
The gravitational forces of the Sun and Moon, effect the earths oceans by forming tides.
What is the greatest influence on earths tide?
the moon (Dur)
How does the moon effect the earths seasons?
It doesn't
Which out of the moon or the sun is more attracted to the earths ocean?
The moon has a greater effect than the sun on the earths oceans.
What are the strongest tide making effect?
The moon has the strongest effect on the earths tides.
What has the greatest effect on changing tides?
the pull of the moon's gravity
What has the greatest pulling effect on the tides?
On Earth it's the moon.
What gravitional pull has the greatest effect on tides?
On Earth it's the moon.
Which solar system object has the most effect on tides?
hey i think its because of the solar system
How does the Moon's movement effect the tides?
The moons gravity 'pulls' the earths water creating a 'tide.'
Why is the effect of the sun on earths tides less than that on the moon?
because it is farther away from earth
