Wave Basics
Parts of a Wave
Moon & Sun
100

What causes most OCEAN waves?

Wind 

100

What is HIGHEST point of a wave called?

Crest

100

What has a bigger affect on tides?

The Moon

200

Do waves move water or energy?

Energy

200

What is the LOWEST point of a wave called?

Trough

200

What still affects tides just not as much?

The Sun 

300

What kind of weater creates larger waves?

Storms 

300

What is the distance between two crests called?

Wavelength

300

What tide happens during a full or new moon?

Spring tide

400

Where do most waves form?

The ocean's surface

400

What is the name of meausment called from trough to crest?

Wave height 

400

What type of tide has the smallest difference between high and low tide?

Neap tide

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