Why does the Moon generate larger tidal forces than the Sun? Although the Moon is further away, the Sun is much smaller. Although the Sun is further away, the Moon is much smaller. Although the Moon is bigger, the Sun is much closer. Although the Sun is bigger, the Moon is much closer. Request Answer Part E What do we call the tide that occurs when destructive interference between lunar and solar bulges produces a small tidal range? neap tide pean tide fall tide spring tide