Which of the following is unaffected by the tidal interaction between the Earth and the Moon?

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The tidal interaction between the Earth and the Moon causes a gradual transfer of energy from the Earth's rotation to the Moon's orbital motion, which results in the Moon moving farther away from Earth at a rate of about 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) per year. This means that over time the length of the month will increase, and the length of the day will also increase as the Earth's rotation slows down. However, the length of the year is not affected by the tidal interaction between the Earth and the Moon, as it is determined by the Earth's orbit around the Sun, which is not influenced by the Moon's gravitational pull. The distance between the Earth and the Moon is also affected by this interaction, as the Moon moves farther away from the Earth over time.

Which of the Following Is Unaffected by the Tidal Interaction