Why Are There Often Irregular Intervals Between Waves Approaching the Shore

question 9

Multiple Choice

Why are there often irregular intervals between waves approaching the shore?

• A)because different storms in different locations produced the waves
• B)because the ocean temperatures vary
• C)because the underlying beach is irregular
• D)because the wind is often variable

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