Geography · Oceanography
Which of the following statements regarding ocean wave energy is correct?
- 1Wave energy is primarily generated by deep thermohaline ocean currents.
- 2As the waves approach the shore, their energy is released due to friction with the sea floor.✓
- 3Wave energy is highest in the deepest parts of the open ocean bed.
- 4Wave energy is completely independent of wave height.
Correct answer
As the waves approach the shore, their energy is released due to friction with the sea floor.
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