Question

tides
as the earth spins on its axis, the gravitational pull pushing inward and the centrifugal force pushing outward keep water levels equal. the gravitational force of the moon, however, is strong enough to disrupt this balance by accelerating the earth’s water towards the moon. this bulging of water towards the moon.
which statement best describes the main idea of this passage?
the sun is larger than the moon, which is how tides are formed.
the moon and the sun equally influence the tides.
the tides are mostly caused by the gravitational force between earth and the moon.
the moon is responsible for high tides and sun is responsible for low tides.

Explanation:

The passage focuses on how the gravitational force of the moon disrupts the balance of forces on Earth's water, causing tides. It mentions the moon's gravitational pull as the main cause, rather than the sun - moon size comparison, equal influence of sun and moon, or separate responsibilities for high and low tides.

Answer:

The tides are mostly caused by the gravitational force between Earth and the moon.