[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > The Moon's gravity and > associated tidal effects are much larger than the Sun's. > Troy
Actually, the gradient of the Moon's gravity on Earth is greater than that of the Sun. The Sun's gravity is actually stronger, but is more uniform. That is why effects from the moon dominate tides. Jim ------------------- ---------------------- -------------------- | Jim Cobb | 540 Arapeen Dr. #100 | [EMAIL PROTECTED] | | Parametric | Salt Lake City, UT | (801)-588-4632 | | Technology Corp. | 84108-1202 | Fax (801)-588-4650 | ------------------- ---------------------- -------------------- The best way to inspire fresh thoughts is to seal the envelope.
