An estuary, which forms where a rapidly flowing large river enters the ocean in an area where tidal range is low to moderate, is called a .
A) well-mixed estuary
B) salt wedge estuary
C) partially mixed estuary
D) reverse estuary

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A salt wedge estuary forms when a large river with rapid flow enters the ocean, and the tidal range is low to moderate, causing a distinct layer of freshwater over denser saltwater.

An Estuary, Which Forms Where a Rapidly Flowing Large River