The distance between Earth and the Moon is increasing because of:
A) the expansion of the Universe
B) the expansion of the Solar System
C) tidal forces from the Moon
D) tidal forces from the Moon and Sun
E) dark energy

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The distance between Earth and the Moon is increasing due to tidal forces from the Moon, which cause the Earth's rotation to slow and the Moon to gradually move away.

The Distance Between Earth and the Moon Is Increasing Because