How does refraction affect wave erosion along irregular coasts?
A) Waves refract away from headlands and focus erosion in adjacent bays.
B) Headlands erode more quickly and adjacent bays fill with sand.
C) Refraction causes headlands and bays to erode at the same rate.
D) Refraction protects irregular coasts from erosion.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q17: A sheltered body of water separated from
Q18: _ is the process by which surface
Q19: The deflection of currents caused by Earth's
Q20: The _ is the distance between successive
Q21: Spits form from sand or gravel deposited
Q23: Longshore currents transport sediment _.
A) perpendicular to
Q24: An emergent coastline forms where sea level
Q25: Why does upwelling occur along the equator?
A)
Q26: What term describes the gradual movement of
Q27: One factor that controls the size of
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents