The process of waves slowing down as they approach headlands and the waves having to wrap around the headland is referred to as: .
A)longshore current
B)breakers
C)barrier island
D)wave refraction
E)tidal ebb

Question

The process of waves slowing down as they approach headlands and the waves having to wrap around the headland is referred to as:  .
A)longshore current 
B)breakers 
C)barrier island 
D)wave refraction 
E)tidal ebb

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The process of waves slowing down and changing direction as they approach headlands is referred to as wave refraction. This results in the waves bending and wrapping around the headland, creating areas of both erosion and deposition.

The Process of Waves Slowing Down as They Approach Headlands