tidal torque
Gravitational forces {tidal torque} cause planet and moon water and land movements (tide). Friction causes tides to be slower than gravitational forces. Sun tidal torque affects Mercury and Venus spin. Jupiter and Saturn tidal torques affect inner-moon spins.
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