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El tiempo que el viento sopla, sobre el mar, en la misma dirección y con la misma intensidad, se llama:The length of time the wind blows over the sea in the same direction and with the same strength is called:

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Correct answer: b) Duration (persistencia).

Why it is correct

Persistence (duration) is the time in hours during which the wind blows over the generating area with steady direction and speed.

Why the others are not

  • a) Intensity is the speed or force of the wind.
  • c) Fetch is the distance or area over which it blows.
  • d) Not a technical wave term.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Time the wind blows = persistence; distance = fetch.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Weather visuals

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