'Maximum wave height' presentation slideshows

Chapter Overview

Chapter Overview. Most waves are wind-driven. Most waves are generated by storms. Waves transmit energy across the ocean surface. Deep water and surf zone waves have different characteristics. Tsunami are special fast, long waves generated by seismic events. Wave Generation.

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CHAPTER 8 Waves and Water Dynamics

CHAPTER 8 Waves and Water Dynamics. Waves are visual proof of the transmission of energy across the ocean. Origin of waves. Most waves are wind-driven Moving energy along ocean/air interface Wind main disturbing force Boundary between and within fluids with different densities

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CHAPTER 8 Waves and Water Dynamics

CHAPTER 8 Waves and Water Dynamics. Waves are visual proof of the transmission of energy across the ocean. Origin of waves. Most waves are wind-driven Moving energy along ocean/air interface Wind main disturbing force Boundary between and within fluids with different densities

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SWELL WAVES : concepts and basis

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CHAPTER 8 Waves and Water Dynamics

CHAPTER 8 Waves and Water Dynamics. Waves are visual proof of the transmission of energy across the ocean. Origin of waves. Most waves are wind-driven Moving energy along ocean/air interface Wind main disturbing force Boundary between and within fluids with different densities

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