Why Are Ocean Waves Generally Larger Than Those on Lakes

question 18

Multiple Choice

Why are ocean waves generally larger than those on lakes?

• A) Wind directions are much less constant over lakes.
• B) Winds are always stronger over the ocean.
• C) Fetch length 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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