Which of the following has the biggest effect on the tidal distortion of the Earth?
A) the rotation of Earth
B) the size of Earth relative to its distance from the Sun and Moon
C) the mass of Earth relative to the mass of the Sun and Moon
D) the orbit of Earth

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The tidal distortion of the Earth is primarily caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun. The size of the Earth relative to its distance from these celestial bodies plays a significant role in determining the magnitude of this effect. The closer the Earth is to the Sun and the Moon, the more significant the tidal distortion would be. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. The other options may also have some impact, but they are not as significant as the size of the Earth.

Which of the Following Has the Biggest Effect on the Tidal