Newton's knew his equilibrium theory of tides was incomplete because the maximum theoretical range was significantly lower than actual tidal ranges.

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Lunar tidal range had a maximum theoretical range of 55 centimeter. The solar tidal range had an even smaller yield of a 24 centimeter range. These are both considerably smaller than the 2 meter tidal range that is observed on Earth. Information can be found in the section The Dynamic Theory of Tides Adds Fluid Motion Dynamics to the Equilibrium.

Newton's Knew His Equilibrium Theory of Tides Was Incomplete Because