The ocean's physical power profoundly influences the weather and generates storms.
The great waves are dramatic demonstrations of the ocean's power.
Waves originate far out at sea.
🌊 Ocean swells can become gigantic in the open ocean.
🏝️ When ocean swells reach shallow water, they start to break.
⚓ The bottom of the swell is slowed by contact with the seabed.
🌊 The ocean is constantly in motion due to massive currents like the Gulf Stream.
🌍 These currents play a crucial role in determining the distribution of nutrients and life in the seas.
🌊 The movement of waves and the breaking of swells contribute to the dynamic nature of the ocean.