When does a wave begin to interact with its bottom?
A) When the bottom is deeper than ½ the wavelength
B) When the bottom is shallower than ½ the wavelength
C) When the bottom is deeper than twice the wavelength
D) When the bottom is shallower than twice the wavelength

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A wave is unable to "feel" the bottom if the depth is more than ½ its wavelength. Information can be found in the section The Behavior of Waves Is Influenced by the Depth of Water through Which They Are Moving.

When Does a Wave Begin to Interact with Its Bottom