Why does the Earth have a tidal bulge on the side opposite the Moon?
A)Lunar gravity is weakest there
B)There is another object pulling on the Earth in that direction
C)The Earth rotates fastest on that side
D)That is where the Moon's repulsive force is strongest

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The tidal bulge on the opposite side of the Moon is due to the fact that lunar gravity is weakest there. The gravitational force of the Moon pulls the water towards it, causing a bulge on the side facing the Moon. However, on the opposite side, the gravitational force is weaker, so the water is not pulled as strongly and a second bulge is formed.

Why Does the Earth Have a Tidal Bulge on the Side