How are waves formed ?

Gravitational pull of moon

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Strong Wind blowing on the surface of the sea

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Uneven heating of sea water

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None of these.

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The correct option is B
Strong Wind blowing on the surface of the sea

Waves are formed due to strong wind blowing on the surface of the sea. This is the primary reason in the formation of surfable waves.

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Wind is formed due to uneven heating on the Earth's surface.

The winds coming from the sea contain more water vapor as compared to those blowing from land to sea.

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