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6 July, 18:20

As ocean waves approach shore, their velocity decreases. How does a decrease in velocity affect the frequency and wavelength of the waves entering the shallow water?

A. frequency increases and wavelength decreases

B. frequency decreases and wavelength increases

C. frequency stays the same and wavelength increases

D. frequency stays the same and wavelength decreases

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  1. 6 July, 18:32
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    D

    Explanation:

    The relationship between velocity, frequency and wavelength is given by v=fλ

    The ocean wave approach the shore at a constant frequency

    From the relationship a decrease in velocity will also decrease the wavelength and vice versa.
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