Why does the moon have more of an impact on tides than the sun?
A) The size of the moon is more in balance to Earth
B) The distance of the moon is closer
C) The sun has more power over the tides than the moon
D) The earth rotates around the sun

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The moon is much closer to Earth than the sun is. The sun's influence on tides is only 46% that of the moon's influence. Information can be found in the section Tides Are the Longest of All Ocean Waves.

Why Does the Moon Have More of an Impact on Tides