Ever wonder why we get two high tides a day? 🌊
It’s not just about the Moon pulling water — it’s about tidal forces acting on Earth itself!
Neil deGrasse Tyson explains how the Moon’s gravity stretches the Earth’s oceans, causing two bulges — one towards the Moon and one away from it. 🌕
This simple yet profound science changes how we understand our connection to space.

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⌛ Timestamps (for reference):
0:00 – High & low tides at Earth’s poles
0:08 – Tidal bulge explained
0:16 – Two high tides daily?
0:30 – The Moon pulls on water and Earth
0:44 – What are tidal forces?

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