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SAQ : Write the differences between primary and secondary tide

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Write the differences between primary and secondary tide.

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Primary TideSecondary Tide
Caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon (mainly) and the SunCaused by the centrifugal force of the Earth-Moon system
Results in a larger rise in water level (high tide) than secondary tideResults in a smaller rise in water level (high tide) than primary tide
Occurs on the side of the Earth facing the MoonOccurs on the side of the Earth opposite the Moon (antipode)
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