The first wave that forms when the wind begins to blow across the ocean surface is a:
A)capillary wave.
B)seiche.
C)tide.
D)tsunami.
E)wind waves.

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The first wave that forms when wind begins to blow across the ocean surface is a capillary wave. These waves are small and have wavelengths less than 1.73 centimeters. As wind continues to blow, these waves grow in size and combine to form larger wind waves.

The First Wave That Forms When the Wind Begins to Blow