Rooster Tail vs Wake

Randy,

It may seem like a simple and aimless question.  But what is the difference between rooster tail and wake? Boat wake is defined as the "V" shaped wave left behind as a boat moves through water.  I think of rooster tail as water being thrown straight up in the air. But more specifically, what is the definition of the fast moving water exiting the sides and leaving the prop before it becomes "wake"?  Is there a technical term for it?

Mason H.

Mason,

You are right on your definitions, but the only word for the water off of the prop that I can come up with is "prop wash".

Randy

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Thanks,
Mark C.

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