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Hurricane!
Learners model the effects of wind speed and water depth on the height of waves during a hurricane. In this meteorology lesson, students use a flexible straw and a 9X 13 baking dish to measure the differences in wave height.
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Waves : An Alternative Energy Source
Students evaluate the feasibility of wave energy as an alternative source of energy. In this alternative energy source lesson students are introduced to renewable and nonrenewable energy and study energy production.
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Storm Surf: Wave Basics
Site not only introduces the formation of ocean waves, but discusses the factors that lead to the formation of the really big waves sought by surfers around the world. There is a great deal of helpful information here, along with links...
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Nanoos: Conditions at Sea Background [Pdf]
In this lesson students will explore the concepts of wave formation and forecasting, they will investigate the relationship between wind and wave height and they will predict the actual conditions out at sea using the Beaufort Scale.