1.1. Wave Energy Flux

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1. 1.

   Define wave energy flux.

   Hint

   Think about the movement of energy with waves.

2. 2.

   What does the formula P = e * C_G represent?

   Hint

   Consider each term and its role in wave dynamics.

3. 3.

   What does wave energy flux measure?

   • The height of the wave
   • The rate of energy transmission
   • The width of the wave

   Hint

   Recall the definition of wave energy flux.

4. 4.

   True or False: Wave height increases as waves move from deep water to shallow water due to the conservation of wave power.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about wave behavior in different depths.

5. 5.

   If a wave has a height of 1.5 meters in deep water and travels to a location where the water depth is 5 meters, use the shoaling coefficient to predict its new height.

   Hint

   Refer to the shoaling formula discussed.

6. 6.

   Discuss how different wave lengths affect mass transport speed, and calculate how a steep wave with a height of 4 meters would visually impact coastlines compared to a gentle wave with a height of 2 meters.

   Hint

   Consider the relationship between wave height, energy, and coastal effects.