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Old 31-10-2009, 15:33   #1
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Challenge: Explain the Physics of Wind Over Tide
I just had one of my Navigation students ask me the physics of the phenomena of wind and tide in opposite directions causing short, steep waves. I cannot explain the physics but know it to be true. Anyone know the physics involved?
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