Question
Distinguish between :
4. Swell and Surf.
Solution
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Swell |
Surf |
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(i) These are wind generated waves in the open sea. (ii) Swell moves in a uniform pattern of equivalent period and height. (iii) They are generated in the open oceans. |
(i) These are also wind generated waves but near the beach. (ii) This is a foaming water which results from the highly dynamic wave activity. (iii) They are found in the bracken zone of a shoreline. |
