The distance between two successive crests or troughs of sea waves is

The distance between two successive crests or troughs of sea waves is called as

[amp_mcq option1=”Wavelength” option2=”Wave height” option3=”Wave frequency” option4=”Fetch” correct=”option1″]

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UPSC CAPF – 2020

The correct option is A. The distance between two successive crests or troughs of a wave is defined as its wavelength.

– Wavelength is the horizontal distance between corresponding points on consecutive waves, such as from crest to crest or trough to trough.
– Wave height is the vertical distance between the crest (highest point) and the trough (lowest point) of a wave.
– Wave frequency is the number of complete wave cycles (or crests/troughs) that pass a fixed point in a given unit of time.
– Fetch is the distance over water that the wind has blown in a consistent direction and speed, influencing the size of the waves generated.

These terms are fundamental properties used to describe waves, including ocean waves. Understanding these characteristics is important in oceanography, coastal engineering, and navigation.

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