The energy that produces ocean waves comes from
a.
the rise and fall of the tides.
b.
rivers flowing into the ocean.
c.
wind blowing across the water’s surface.
d.
rock falling into the ocean along the shore.

Waves are most commonly caused by wind. Wind-driven waves, or surface waves, are created by the friction between wind and surface water. As wind blows across the surface of the ocean or a lake, the continual disturbance creates a wave crest. ... The gravitational pull of the sun and moon on the earth also causes waves.

Explanation:

c.

wind blowing across the water’s surface.

Explanation:

The wind transfers energy though the contact of particles in the air.

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