Construction of a seawall produces an effect analogous to what kind of natural coastal feature?
A) a sea cliff producing erosion at the base of the sea cliff i.e., the seawall.
B) an island offshore breaking waves and trapping sand behind to form a tombolo
C) a spit, formed by sand moving by longshore drift accumulating along the opening of a tidal channel
D) a barrier island, which forms an artificial beach at the front of the seawall

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A seawall, just like a sea cliff, blocks the natural flow of water and causes erosion at the base. This can lead to land loss and changes in the natural coastal processes.

Construction of a Seawall Produces an Effect Analogous to What