Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780134746241
Author: Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa
Publisher: PEARSON
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Wavelength Crest Crest Amplitude - (wave height) Trough According to this figure, there are four important parts of a wave, NOT including O wave height O crest O wave length O berm
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Transcribed Image Text:Wavelength Crest Crest Amplitude - (wave height) Trough According to this figure, there are four important parts of a wave, NOT including O wave height O crest O wave length O berm
Wave base is step-like surface cuts in rock by wave action at sea level. O the deflection of waves as they approach shore. the depth at which the movement of water molecules in waves becomes negligible. move to and fro with a swaying or undulating motion while remaining fixed to one point.
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Transcribed Image Text:Wave base is step-like surface cuts in rock by wave action at sea level. O the deflection of waves as they approach shore. the depth at which the movement of water molecules in waves becomes negligible. move to and fro with a swaying or undulating motion while remaining fixed to one point.
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