Ocean Waves and Tides
Description: This quiz covers the fundamental concepts related to ocean waves and tides, including their formation, properties, and impact on coastal environments. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: oceanography waves tides coastal processes |
What is the primary driving force behind the formation of ocean waves?
Which of the following factors determines the height and wavelength of ocean waves?
What is the term used to describe the circular motion of water particles within an ocean wave?
What is the process by which waves bend as they approach a shoreline?
What is the term used to describe the spreading out of waves as they pass through an opening or around an obstacle?
What is the phenomenon that occurs when two or more waves meet and interact with each other?
What is the process by which waves bounce back from a surface?
What is the term used to describe the rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun?
Which of the following factors influences the magnitude of tides?
What is the term used to describe the highest high tide of the month?
What is the term used to describe the lowest low tide of the month?
What is the term used to describe the tide that occurs when the moon is closest to the Earth?
What is the term used to describe the tide that occurs when the moon is farthest from the Earth?
How do ocean waves and tides affect coastal environments?
What are some of the human activities that can impact ocean waves and tides?