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Is the tide related to the distance of the moon?

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Question:
Geologists say that the tides are caused by the moon's proximity to or distance from the earth due to gravity. Is this correct, that it is due to gravity?

Answer:
Yes, the tides are known to be caused by the movement of the moon. They are known to be caused by the movement of the moon. This is a well-known fact. Yes.
Source قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، هل المد والجزر له علاقة بمسافة القمر؟ لمعالي الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com

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