Match the following options to its correct definition.
-surf zone

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The surf zone is a turbulent area where waves are breaking near the coast.

Answer: E
 Wave refraction is the bending of waves as they approach the shore, caused by the changes in water depth.

Answer: C
 The trough is the lowest point on a wave, while the crest is the highest point.

Note: B and D are incorrect definitions. The movement of sediment grains in a zig-zag pattern along the coast is called longshore drift, while the peak of a wave is the crest.

Match the Following Options to Its Correct Definition