What are swell waves? How are they different from tsunami waves? Analyse the impact of swell waves on coastal regions of India.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.,
Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.,
2. What are swell waves? How are they different from tsunami waves? Analyse the impact of swell waves on coastal regions of India. (150 words)
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question: The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) forecasted that high sea waves, also known as swell waves, might hit the coastal areas of India. Key Demand of the question: To write about swell waves, its difference with Tsunami waves and impact. Directive word: Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Begin by defining swell waves. Body: First, write about the differences between swell and tsunami waves on the basis of origin, characteristics, and impact etc. Next, write about impact of swell waves of India’s coastal areas – erosion, beach dynamics, navigation hazards, recreational activities, and coastal infrastructure vulnerability etc. Conclusion: Conclude by writing a way forward to deal with swell waves.
Why the question:
The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) forecasted that high sea waves, also known as swell waves, might hit the coastal areas of India.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about swell waves, its difference with Tsunami waves and impact.
Directive word:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining swell waves.
First, write about the differences between swell and tsunami waves on the basis of origin, characteristics, and impact etc.
Next, write about impact of swell waves of India’s coastal areas – erosion, beach dynamics, navigation hazards, recreational activities, and coastal infrastructure vulnerability etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward to deal with swell waves.