What can not initiate a seiche?
a. Tides
b. Storm surge
c. Seabed displacement
d. Internal waves
ANS: D
Tides, storm surges, and seabed displacement can initiate a seiche. These have a constant frequency of
rocking back and forth especially in an enclosed area. Information can be found in the section Water
Can Rock in a Confined Basin.
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