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)no particular time because tides do not depend on seasons.

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The Earth is closer to the sun in January during the winter season, and this results in stronger gravitational pulls on the Earth by the sun and moon. This gravitational force causes higher tides, known as "king tides," in the Northern Hemisphere. Therefore, the highest high tides in the northern hemisphere occur in winter.

The Earth Is Closer to the Sun in January Than