Waves

Question 1

What are constructive waves?

Answer 1

Constructive waves are waves that build up beaches by depositing sand and other materials.

Question 2

True or False: Destructive waves erode coastlines.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Constructive waves typically have a __________ wave height.

Answer 3

low

Question 4

What is the primary effect of destructive waves on a beach?

Answer 4

They remove sand and sediment, leading to beach erosion.

Question 5

Which type of wave has a stronger backwash, constructive or destructive?

Answer 5

Destructive waves have a stronger backwash.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following characteristics is associated with constructive waves? A) High frequency B) Low energy C) Short wavelength D) All of the above

Answer 6

A) High frequency

Question 7

What is the typical wavelength of destructive waves?

Answer 7

Destructive waves typically have a longer wavelength.

Question 8

True or False: Constructive waves are usually found in calm weather conditions.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Short Answer: Name one environmental factor that affects the formation of constructive and destructive waves.

Answer 9

Wind strength

Question 10

Fill in the blank: Destructive waves tend to have a __________ frequency compared to constructive waves.

Answer 10

lower

Question 11

What is the main factor of waves to exist?

Answer 11

Wind

Question 12

Three parts of wave are:

Answer 12

Crest, trough, wave length

Question 13

The size of a wave may be influenced by three things. What are they?

Answer 13

Strength of wind
Time wind has blown
Distance the wave travel

Question 14

Swash

Answer 14

The up hand rush of water onto the beach after a wave breaks

Question 15

Backwash

Answer 15

The receding water flowing back into the sea after the swash