Waves Begin to "Feel Bottom" When the Depth of Water

question 30

Multiple Choice

Waves begin to "feel bottom" when the depth of water is ________.

• A) equal to one-half the wavelength
• B) equal to the wavelength
• C) twice as great as the wavelength
• D) three times as great as the wavelength

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Definitions:

Tendons

Fibrous connective tissues that attach muscles to bones, transmitting the force from muscle contraction to move the bone or structure.

Articular Cartilage

A smooth, white tissue that covers the ends of bones where they come together to form joints, helping reduce friction and absorb shock.

Epiphyses

The rounded end of a long bone, which is separated from the main bone by a growth plate during development and later fuses to allow growth in length.

Bone Movements

The action of bones being moved in relation to each other, primarily through the action of muscles and joints.