Houston Tidal Theory

Houston Tidal Theory suggests that the gravitational pull of the moon and sun creates oceanic tides through a combination of gravitational attraction and centrifugal force as Earth and these celestial bodies interact. The theory emphasizes that tides are not solely due to direct gravitational pull but also involve Earth's rotation and the inertial effects that cause water to bulge on the side facing the moon and on the opposite side. This dynamic results in the regular rising and falling of sea levels observed as tides, highlighting a balance of gravitational forces, Earth's rotation, and inertial effects that govern tidal cycles.