<P> In fluid dynamics , wind waves , or wind - generated waves , are surface waves that occur on the free surface of bodies of water ( like oceans , seas , lakes , rivers , canals , puddles or ponds ) . They result from the wind blowing over an area of fluid surface . Waves in the oceans can travel thousands of miles before reaching land . Wind waves on Earth range in size from small ripples , to waves over 100 ft ( 30 m ) high . </P>
<P> In fluid dynamics , wind waves , or wind - generated waves , are surface waves that occur on the free surface of bodies of water ( like oceans , seas , lakes , rivers , canals , puddles or ponds ) . They result from the wind blowing over an area of fluid surface . Waves in the oceans can travel thousands of miles before reaching land . Wind waves on Earth range in size from small ripples , to waves over 100 ft ( 30 m ) high . </P>
what is the most likely origin of waves if the waves in the surf zone are erratic in size and shape
what is the most likely origin of waves if the waves in the surf zone are erratic in size and shape
wind waves wind - generated waves
wind waves wind - generated waves