The Earth is closer to the Sun in January than in July, which accounts for the fact that the highest high tides in the Northern Hemisphere occur in
A)winter.
B)spring.
C)summer.
D)none of the above

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The Earth is closer to the Sun in January, which means that the gravitational force from the Sun is stronger. This, in turn, is likely to cause higher high tides in the Northern Hemisphere during the winter months.

The Earth Is Closer to the Sun in January Than