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Record 1 2003-10-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Oceanography
  • Hydrology and Hydrography
  • Paddle Sports
DEF

A commotion of the sea caused by opposing currents, or by a rapid current passing over an uneven bottom.

CONT

Tide rips develop when the smooth flow of a strong current is altered by an irregular bottom or a sudden change in depth.

OBS

Source: Web site for Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve: Kayaking Hazards.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Océanographie
  • Hydrologie et hydrographie
  • Sports de pagaie
CONT

Les remous de marée surviennent lorsqu'un changement soudain de profondeur ou les irrégularités du fond marin viennent perturber la course normale d'un courant puissant.

OBS

Source : Site web du parc national Gwaii Haanas: Dangers qui guettent les kayakistes.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Oceanografía
  • Hidrología e hidrografía
  • Deportes de remo
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