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What is not true of a rogue wave?
  a. The constructive interference of many wavelengths
  b. A wave much larger than the theoretical maximum wave sustained by a fully developed
  sea
  c. A freak, unpredictable wave
  d. A predictable but large wave



Question 2

What is an ice quake?
  a. The force of that creates a wave
  b. Ice that is smashed and ground together to form pressure ridges
  c. The force that determines a wave's size
  d. An ice shear zone where waves collide



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Reply #1 on: Aug 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
These waves can be catastrophic. Currents can also contribute to a kind of rogue wave formed by wind
wave and surface current interactions. Information can be found in the section Interference Produces
Irregular Wave Motions



Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The segment about Dr. Stegers arctic foothold being jeopardized by huge waves moving beneath the
ice is describing the movement which is like an earthquake at sea. Ice the size of city blocks are
falling and being smashed and ground together creating an ice quake. Information can be found in the
section Insight to a National Geographic Explorer



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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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