When Will a Deepwater Wave Change to a Shallow Water

question 4

Multiple Choice

When will a deepwater wave change to a shallow water wave as it approaches shore?

• A)Wave period > twice the water depth
• B)Wavelength = 1/2 water depth
• C)Wavelength = 2 times water depth
• D)Wave period > 1/2 water depth

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Definitions:

Cerebral Hemispheres

The two halves of the brain, divided by the longitudinal fissure, each controlling the opposite side of the body and responsible for different cognitive and physical functions.

Thalamus

A part of the brain that acts as a relay center, conveying sensory information to the appropriate areas of the brain for processing.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain below the thalamus that coordinates both the autonomic nervous system and the activity of the pituitary, controlling body temperature, thirst, hunger, and other homeostatic systems.

Star-Shaped Cells

Often refers to astrocytes, a type of glial cell in the brain and spinal cord, characterized by their star-like shape.