fata. 1  definite singular nominative form of fatÄ. 2  definite singular accusative form of fatÄ.
1. Once a wave has been generated its speed may change, but its period does not as this characteristic is determined by the generating force. 2. Deep-water waves (waves of oscillation) a. Deep-water waves occur where the water is deeper than 1/2 the wavelength of the waves. b. In deep water the velocity of a wave is a function of wavelength. c. Waves are created in storm centers or by the steady winds of the westerlies and trades.
In a deep sea the size and pattern of the waves are determined by the wind velocity, the duration of its action, theâwave raceâ (the distance from the leeward shore to the observation point along the wind direction), and the structure of the wind field and the configuration of the shoreline.