Question

Regarding Apogean tide, choose the correct statements.
1. When Sun and Earth is at minimum distance.
2. When Moon is farthest from Earth.
3. When Moon is nearest to Earth.
4. When Moon is at 90° to Sun.

• A. 2 only
• B. 2 and 4
• C. 1 and 3
• D. None of these

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

2 only

Tides and tidal currents are caused by gravitational forces of the Sun and Moon. “Apogean tide is monthly tide of decreased range that occurs when the Moon is at apogee (farthest from Earth).