What are some of the ways you can make waves in water? Have you ever jumped into a pool or lake and done a “cannonball”? This makes waves. The largest water waves on Earth are found in the oceans, and most ocean waves are created by wind. The largest wave ever measured accurately was 34 m high—that is about as high as a 10-story building! Some waves are big enough to capsize huge ships. How can wind make such waves? In this Activity, you will have a chance to find out.
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Type Book ChapterPub Date 9/20/2011Stock # PB298X3_12a