How do ocean tides work?

I'll give it a try. An ocean tide occurs due to the gravitational forces from the alignment of the sun and the moon with the earth. The moon's gravitational pull would contribute to the tides' temporal rhythms and heights. read more

Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the Sun and the Moon on the Earth's surface. While most people associate them specifically with the ocean, the entire planet is subject to tidal forces, as is the atmosphere, and in fact all celestial bodies are influenced by these forces. read more

An illustration of the moon causing Earth's ocean tides. Shutterstock When teachers explain ocean tides, they frequently describe how the moon's gravity pulls on Earth and all of its water. read more