Question

1. which force acts on a ocean wave as it nears the shore, causing it to act differently? (1 point)

○ gravity
○ electromagnetism
○ friction

Explanation:

As an ocean - wave nears the shore, the seabed causes friction. This friction slows down the base of the wave while the top part continues moving at a relatively faster speed, leading to wave - breaking and other changes in wave behavior. Gravity is a constant force acting on waves everywhere and not the main cause of the change as the wave nears the shore. Electromagnetism has little to do with the behavior of ocean waves near the shore.

Answer:

C. friction