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1.	Regular oscillations in the water surface of large water bodies are formed because of
A.	Gravitational effect of Moon
B.	Difference in temperature of sea water and the air above
C.	Rotation of Earth
D.	Friction of wind on the water surface
Answer» B. Difference in temperature of sea water and the air above

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