Currents, Tides, & Waves

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The lowest point of the wave beneath the line of origin...

The height of the wave...

When the moon is at first or third quarter phases, tidal current velocities are weak and are called

The distance measured from crest to crest of one complete wave or cycle is called...

The global-scale system of deep-ocean currents is sometimes...

When the moon is at full or new phases, the tidal current velocities are strong and are called

Wave height is affected by...

What is the material through which a wave travels?