Geography- Waves Flashcards
1
Q
Wave formation
A
Begins with wind blowing over the ocean surface.
2
Q
Top layers of wind move
A
Ahead of the lower layers because of friction between the layers and the wave surface.
3
Q
Top layers
A
“Topple over” to create circular eddies, thus forcing the water surface into wave-like shapes.
4
Q
Not actual
A
Water moves.
5
Q
Depth if wave =
A
1/2 wave length
6
Q
Swash
A
Forward
7
Q
Backwash
A
Backwards
