Question

As a wave moves past a point in the ocean, water molecules move up and down as the wave goes by. They also move in another way. Which describes this second type of movement of water molecules? A. They move forward with the wave. B. They move in a circular motion. C. They move backwards, toward the direction they came from. D. They stay still.

Answer 1

I'm sorry that it looks so mashed together. :/

Answer 2

As a wave moves past a point in the ocean, water molecules move up and down as the wave goes by. They also move in another way. Which describes this second type of movement of water molecules?



A.
They move forward with the wave.


B.
They move in a circular motion.


C.


They move backwards, toward the direction they came from.



D.
They stay still.

Answer 3

ok. that is much better. also I will give a medal to whoever helps me first.

Answer 4

well, what do you think?

Answer 5

I thought B or C.

Answer 6

what are your reasons for excluding A and D?

Answer 7

Because I didn't think they'd stay still when the waves were moving about, and I didn't think they'd only move forward.

Answer 8

I also don't think it would be C anymore. Would it be A? Or am I wrong?

Answer 9

*B

Answer 10

Not A, B.

Answer 11

right. I think we can exclude D for obvious reasons.

what would be the consequence of all water molecules only moving towards the strand?

what would be the consequence of all water moving away from the strand?

whilst answewring these two questions, you will arrive at B :)

Answer 12

(was that too cryptic?)

Answer 13

Thank you!!! :)

Answer 14

anytime, mate =)