wave types

Question 1

which three factors does the size and energy of the wave depend on?

Answer 1

1. the fetch (how far the wave has travelled)
2. the strength of the wind
3. how long the wind has been blowing for

Question 2

what are the two different types of waves?

Answer 2

constructive and destructive

Question 3

swash

Answer 3

the water that rushes up the beach

Question 4

backwash

Answer 4

the water that flows back towards the sea

Question 5

what are the characteristics of a destructive wave?

Answer 5

1. weak swash and a strong backwash
2. the strong backwash removes sediment from the beach
3. the waves are steep and close together

Question 6

what are the characteristics of a constructive wave?

Answer 6

1. strong swash and a weak backwash
2. the strong swash brings sediment to build up the beach
3. the backwash is not strong enough to remove sediment
4. the waves are low and further apart