Introduction - Breaking and Dissipation of Ocean Surface Waves - page 9

Figure 1.6 Deep-water waves approach finite depths, grow steep and break. Hallett Cove, South
Australia. Photo from Anna Babanina
Figure 1.7 Shallow water breaking. 100% of waves coming into the shallows break and lose all of
their energy. This photo was purchased from http://www.istockphoto.com/