Science of Big Waves

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The monster waves at Mavericks attract big wave surfers from around the world. But what exactly makes these Half Moon Bay waves so big?

Duration: 8:00
Original Air Date: Tuesday, Apr 24, 2007
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Science of Big Waves Educator Guide

Where do ocean waves come from? How are they generated and how do they gain speed? What makes one wave bigger then the next and how do different waves move? Use this QUEST segment and educator guide to help answer these questions.
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