How do the wavelength and wave height change as a wave enters shallow water?

1 answer

Answer

1029838

2026-05-17 11:55

+ Follow

As a wave enters shallow water, the wavelength decreases while the wave height increases. This happens because the wave encounters the ocean floor, causing the wave to slow down and compress, resulting in a shorter wavelength and higher wave height.

ReportLike(0ShareFavorite

Copyright © 2026 eLLeNow.com All Rights Reserved.