Initial wind stress on the water surface causes what are known as capillary waves - wavelength of less than 1.73 cm
The force that tries to restore them to equilibrium is the cohesion of the individual molecules.
Capillary waves are important in starting the process of energy transfer from the air to the water.
Most wind-generated waves are referred to as gravity waves
Wind is extremely important in the marine environment
Accurate marine wind analyses and forecasts are each critical to marine forecast problems