How does the sun's gravity influence tides?

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hi · Accepted Answer

can you be more detailed and answer the question a little more

helena · Answer

can someone please help me with this question and instead of just giving me the answer can someone please also help me by explaining this to me in full sentences? Thank you guys :D

Carley · Answer

The sun's gravity pulls the water in a certain direction toward it.

helena · Answer

because.....?

helena · Answer

can you please explain to me in more detail please? Thank you

Ms. Sue · Answer

This site has a good explanation plus diagrams. http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/tide.html

robby · Answer

the sun influences tides buy pushing or pulling the water.