Waves: Between

: The horizontal distance between two adjacent crests or troughs.

: While the wave energy moves forward, the water particles within the troughs actually move in a circular or orbital path, returning nearly to their original position. The Science of Deep-Sea Waves Between Waves

In marine science, "between waves" literally refers to the , the lowest point between two consecutive crests. This space is defined by several key physical characteristics: : The horizontal distance between two adjacent crests