Table of Contents (click to expand)Effects Of Tidal ForcesRotation Of The Moon And Earth The moon is moving away from Earth because it is being pulled by the Earth’s tidal bulge. The bulge is created by the Earth’s rotation, which is faster than the moon’s rotation. The difference in rotational speed causes the bulge to push the moon into a higher orbit around Earth. Due to its force of gravitation, the moon pulls certain parts of the Earth closer to it more strongly, creating the tidal bulge in the oceans of our planet. Since the Earth rotates much faster than … Continue reading Why Is The Moon Moving Away From Earth?