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Term: seiche
Definition:

A seiche is a standing wave in an enclosed or partially enclosed body of water. Seiches and seiche-related phenomena have been observed on lakes, reservoirs, bays and seas. The key requirement for formation of a seiche is that the body of water be at least partially bounded, allowing natural phenomena to form a standing wave.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
Contributed by Ryan McGranaghan
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