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What is the main cause of ocean tides on Earth?

A. Wind action
B. Temperature gradients
C. Earth’s rotation alone
D. Gravitational pull of the Moon and Sun

Explanation:

Moon’s gravity (and Sun’s to a lesser extent) primarily causes tides. Wind can cause waves, Earth’s rotation affects cycles, temperature gradients are for currents.

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