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Waves undergoing refraction

Refraction of waves, West Santa Cruz Island harbour, California

Refraction of waves as they enter the shallower water of the West Santa Cruz Island harbour (California). Because they refract in shallower water, water waves (including tsunamis) tend to ‘track around’ complex coastlines.

Rights: Paul Doherty
Published:02 May 2011Size: 30.31 KB