currents

Question 1

what are rip currents?

Answer 1

powerful underwater currents

Question 2

when do rip currents occur?

Answer 2

in areas close to the shoreline

when plunging waves cause a build up of water at the top of the beach

Question 3

why are riptides different to rip currents?

Answer 3

they occur when the ocean tide pulls water through a small area such as a bay or lagoon