We know that waves transmit energy. There are many types of waves: light, microwaves, x-rays, sound waves, and ocean waves are all examples of waves transferring energy. Ocean waves are a renewable energy source that uses the energy of the waves to generate electricity.
Question
Consider any ocean wave. What is the relationship between an ocean wave and the energy of that wave?(1 point)
Responses
Wave energy increases with frequency and decreases with wavelength.
Wave energy increases with frequency and decreases with wavelength.
The greater the wavelength, the more kinetic energy the wave has.
The greater the wavelength, the more kinetic energy the wave has.
Wave energy is directly proportional to the amplitude of the wave.
Wave energy is directly proportional to the amplitude of the wave.
Wave energy decreases as the wave moves closer to shore.
Wave energy decreases as the wave moves closer to shore.
Wave energy is directly proportional to the amplitude of the wave.
The correct answer is:
Wave energy is directly proportional to the amplitude of the wave.
The correct answer is:
Wave energy is directly proportional to the amplitude of the wave.
Explanation:
The energy of an ocean wave is related to its amplitude, which is the maximum displacement of the wave from its resting position. The larger the amplitude of a wave, the greater its energy. Therefore, wave energy is directly proportional to the amplitude of the wave.