Why Are Ocean Waves Generally Larger Than Those on Lakes

question 21

Multiple Choice

Why are ocean waves generally larger than those on lakes?

• A)The wind direction varies less over lakes.
• B)Winds are always stronger over the ocean.
• C)Fetch is much longer in the ocean.
• D)Ships generating the waves are bigger in the ocean than on lakes.
• E)Tsunamis are generated in oceans but not in lakes.

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