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__________ are periodic movements of ocean water due to the gravity of the Moon and the Sun.

A

Winds

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Waves

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Ocean currents

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D

Tides

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Solution

The correct option is D Tides
The three movements of ocean water are waves, ocean currents and tides. Tides are periodic movements of ocean water due to the gravity of the Moon and the Sun.

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