12) The time between two successive waves is called the: A) crest. B) frequency. C) height. D) period. E) trough.

3) The ratio of wave height to wavelength is called the: A) frequency. B) period. C) wave height. D) wavelength. E) wave steepness.

21) A neap tide has: A) moderately high tidal range. B) moderately low tidal range. C) no tidal range. D) very high tidal range. E) very low tidal range.

11) The wavelength is the:

26) The maximum tidal range at the northern end of the Bay of Fundy is on the order of 17 meters (56 feet). A) True B) False

5) A tsunami may result from: A) a large deep-water wave. B) a storm surge. C) an intense storm. D) constructive wave interference. E) tectonic activity on the seafloor.

1) Most ocean waves form as a result of: A) seismic events. B) winds blowing across the ocean surface. C) landslides. D) density differences between water layers. E) Earth’s rotation.

8) Wind speed, duration, and fetch are the three conditions necessary to produce a fully developed sea. A) True B) False

6) Waves at the ocean surface are called orbital or interface waves. A) True B) False

15) Water waves are: A) capillary waves. B) longitudinal waves. C) refracted waves. D) orbital waves. E) transverse waves.