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Q · Earth Movement And ImpactMedium · 45s
Statement: Earth experiences high tides when the Moon is at perigee. Why?
TopicEarth Movement And Impact
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Perigee means the Moon is closest, increasing tidal range.
Final Answer: Option A — The gravitational pull is stronger when the Moon is closest to Earth.