Which of the Following Are Key Characteristics of Ocean Waves

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are key characteristics of ocean waves?

• A) energy travels horizontally and water molecules move in a circular manner
• B) energy travels in a circular manner and water molecules travel horizontally
• C) both water molecules and energy travel horizontally
• D) waves only involve the transmission of energy
• E) waves only involve the motion of water molecules

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