How many "tidal bulges" caused by the Moon's gravity are there on Earth?
A) one, on the side of Earth facing (almost) directly toward the Moon
B) one, on the side of Earth facing away from the Moon
C) two, one facing (almost) directly toward the Moon and one facing (almost) directly away from the Moon
D) four, one facing (almost) directly toward the Moon and the other three at 90° intervals from the first one

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The Moon's gravitational pull causes two tidal bulges on Earth: one on the side facing the Moon due to the Moon's stronger gravitational pull there, and another on the opposite side due to the centrifugal force created by the Earth-Moon system's rotation.

How Many "Tidal Bulges" Caused by the Moon's Gravity Are