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Answer:
They are caused by the gravitational forces exerted on the earth by the moon, and to a lesser extent, the sun
Explanation:
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Tides are caused by the strong gravitational pull exerted by the Sun and the Moon on the Earth's surface.
- The water of the Earth closer to the Moon gets pulled under the influence of Moon's gravitational force, thereby causing a rise of ocean water towards the Moon.