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As wind blows over the surface of water by bernoulli's principle as speed of wind increases then pressure over the water surface decreases. So there is a rise in the water level at that location and falls back. This constitutes simple harmonic vibrations which will be propagated in all directions as crests and troughs. Hence water waves
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∙ 9y agoHigh-pressure air from the blowing winds presses down on the surface and creates waves.
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I think winds that blow for a long time create powerful, high and fast waves.
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Which explains how area over which winds blow creates high waves?
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How are ocean waves made?
The winds cause waves on the surface of the ocean. The wind transfers some of its energy to the water, through friction between the air molecules and the water molecules. Stronger winds cause larger waves.
Which explains how winds cause surface currents?
Winds put surface water in motion in the direction they are blowing, just like when you blow on your coffee in the morning you cause ripples in the cup.
Do waves cause winds to blow across the earth?
no, it is actually the other way around
How tidal waves damage environment?
cause the force of the winds are very strong and violent.
How did ocean waves form?
The winds cause waves on the surface of the ocean (and on lakes). The wind transfers some of its energy to the water, through friction between the air molecules and the water molecules. Stronger winds (like storm surges) cause larger waves. You can make your own miniature waves by blowing across the surface of a pan of water.
What affects the speed of waves?
Surface winds and the sea bed movement of plates (these can cause tsunamis).
How did Poseidon cause towering waves and howling wings?
Yes the Greek sea god Poseidon could cause towering waves and howling winds and storms, though he was not the only god which could.
Most surface waves are caused by the action of 'earthquakes' or 'winds'?
Most surface waves are caused by wind systems. Earthquakes cause tsunamis.
What does turbulent seas mean?
It means that the waves and winds are high and will likely cause a hazard to ocean going vessels. Storms usually cause turbulant seas.
Does the atmosphere cause water level to rise up?
It can do. Winds in the atmosphere cause waves. Also the low pressure in the centre of a depression can cause a elevation in sea level called a storm surge.
Which explanation best describes the development of a wave?
Winds cause waves to form. The stronger the wind, the larger the waves. Wind transfers its energy to the surface of the water and depending on the strength of the wind, either small or large waves will form.
