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What is the typical particle motion in an ocean wave?(9.1) K/U(a) longitudinal(b) oval(c) vertical(d) helical

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The typical particle motion in an ocean wave is (d) helical.

Here's a step-by-step explanation:

  1. When a wave travels through the ocean, the water particles are affected by the energy of the wave.

  2. This energy causes the particles to move in a circular or elliptical motion, which is also known as a helical motion.

  3. The particles move forward with the crest of the wave and then move backward with the trough, creating a circular pattern.

  4. This circular motion decreases in size as you go deeper into the ocean, until there is no movement at all.

  5. Therefore, the correct answer is (d) helical.

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