When waves reach shallow water they tend to be ________, which makes them become parallel to the shore.
A)reflected
B)refracted
C)translated
D)eroded

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When waves reach shallow water, they slow down due to the decrease in depth. This causes the wave to bend and change direction, which is known as refraction. The wave tends to bend towards the shore, making it parallel to the shoreline. Therefore, option B (refracted) is the correct answer.

When Waves Reach Shallow Water They Tend to Be ________