Water protected from direct wave influence behind a breakwater can be placed in motion by wave ________.
A) diffraction
B) refraction
C) reflection
D) All of these are correct.
E) None of these is correct.

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Diffraction is the process by which wave energy spreads into the region behind a barrier, such as a breakwater, causing water to move even in areas not directly exposed to the waves.

Water Protected from Direct Wave Influence Behind a Breakwater Can