Multiple Choice
Does Earth's gravity raise tides on the Moon today?
A) No. The Moon has now moved beyond the reach of Earth's gravity.
B) No. Since the Moon is now in a synchronous orbit, Earth's gravity can no longer raise tides.
C) Yes. Tides can be raised in the molten core (if it exists) and in the plastic mantle.
D) Yes. In fact, it is the monthly deformation of the Moon's shape by tides that allows observation of more than 50% of the Moon's surface.
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