destructive waves Flashcards

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destructive waves formation

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Local storms, strong winds, high fetch

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destructive waves wave form

wave length

frequency

energy

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Short wavelength
(Approx. 20m), high,

high energy,
large wave height

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destructive waves break characteristics (swash and backwash

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Weak swash, strong backwash

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4
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What type of beach do destructive waves form

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Beach is limited. Steeper beach profile is likely in the short term

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