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Series of questions focusing on key components of each topic

TOPICS
How the class is divided into broader themes
Preamble and Introductory 
Themes
Part I: Geologic/ Geographic Framework, Ocean Constituents/ Structure
Part II:
Ocean/ Atmosphere Interactions, Dynamic Processes in the Ocean
Part III:
Fringes of the Ocean, Life in the Oceans, Environmental Issues

 
G131 IN-CLASS QUESTIONS

Questions for In-Class Discussion

  • Each of these questions will be considered in class.
  • Think about answers to the questions before class and come prepared to discuss them.
  • Some of the questions are intended to be rhetorical, or present challenges outside the immediate scope of the class.


 
Wave Dynamics and Wind Waves
Date: June 9


1. Q. How are waves generated?
A.
2. Q. How are waves described?
A.
3. Q. How do waves move?
A.
4. Q. What governs the height of a wave?
A.
5. Q. Why do waves break at the shoreline?
A.



 
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