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Question 1 10 / 10 pts List and explain the three factors that affect the growth & development of wind waves

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Question 1

10 / 10 pts

List and explain the three factors that affect the growth & development of wind waves. 

Note: I'm not asking about breakers or surf. I want you to explain how large open-water waves form. 

Question 2

10 / 10 pts

What is a rip current, and how do you get out of a rip current if you are caught in one?

Note: Explain in your own words based on what you learned in video episode 13. 

Question 3

Suppose the following:

You are conducting a research study of organisms that live in tide pools along a rocky coastline. In order to conduct your observations correctly you need the be able to see the organisms during the lowest tide possible, so that they are exposed the most and for the longest period of time. 

You are trying to decide when to go to your research site.  You do not have access to a tide calendar/chart, but you do know that the moon is currently HALF FULL ( it is currently a quarter moon).

QUESTION: Should you  plan on going to your research site that day, or should you postpone your research to another day during the month?

Explain why or why not,  and when would be the BEST time to go conduct your research .

Question 4

In your own words, explain  El Niño/Southern Oscillation (ENSO).  What is La Niña?  

Your answer should address the following:

• Explanation of Southern Oscillation and how it causes  El Niño. 
• Explanation of El Niño and the phenomenon associated with it. 
• Explanation of La Niña.