Ocean Waves Worksheet

Ocean Waves Exploration

Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Good luck!

1. What is the primary cause of most ocean waves?

2. The highest part of a wave is called the:

1. The distance between two consecutive wave crests or troughs is called the  .

2. Waves that are caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions are called  .

3. The energy of a wave moves forward, but the water itself mostly moves in a   motion.

1. Ocean waves carry water across the ocean.

2. The strength of the wind affects the size of the waves.

1. Describe the difference between a wave's crest and its trough.

2. Explain how wind creates ocean waves.

Study the diagram of the ocean zones below, then answer the question.

In which ocean zone would you expect to find the most sunlight and therefore the most plant life?