Waves Flashcards
1
Q
What is a wave?
A
A body of water moving towards a coastline at a higher than average phone level.
2
Q
What is a destructive wave?
A
Has a strong backwash and a weak swash.
3
Q
What is a constructive wave?
A
Weak backwash, strong swash
4
Q
Information on constructive waves?
A
Created in calmer weather
Break on shore and deposit material
Long wavelength but high in height
5
Q
Information on destructive waves?
A
Created in storm conditions
Tend to erode the coast
Short wave length and are high and steep
6
Q
How are waves generally created?
A
By the wind
The bottom of the sea interrupts the circular flow of the water and causes the top to flow faster than the bottom. ( the top overtakes the bottom and collapses, causing waves or break)
