Practice Waves (13.1) - MOVEMENTS OF OCEAN WATER - CBSE 11 Fundamental of Physical Geography

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Question 1.
What is a wave?
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Think about how a wave behaves on the ocean.
Question 2.
Where does wave energy come from?
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Consider atmospheric influences.
3Question 3.
What primarily causes ocean waves?
- A) Gravitational pull of the moon
- B) Wind
- C) Underwater earthquakes
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Think about natural forces that create movement on the water.
4Question 4.
True or False: The only factor influencing tides is the moon's gravity.
- True
- False
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Remember that other celestial bodies exert gravitational influence.
Question 5.
How would a sudden increase in wind speed affect waves at sea? Explain using wave characteristics.
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Consider factors like wind influence and movement dynamics.
Question 6.
Calculate the amplitude of a wave if the wave height is 3 meters.
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Remember the formula for wave amplitude!

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