Newton's knew his equilibrium theory of tides was incomplete because the maximum theoretical range
was significantly lower than actual tidal ranges. What will be an ideal response?
ANS: T
Lunar tidal range had a maximum theoretical range of 55 centimeter. The solar tidal range had an even
smaller yield of a 24 centimeter range. These are both considerably smaller than the 2 meter tidal range
that is observed on Earth. Information can be found in the section The Dynamic Theory of Tides Adds
Fluid Motion Dynamics to the Equilibrium.
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