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    What Is a Narrow Barrier or Wall Built on a Beach
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What Is a Narrow Barrier or Wall Built on a Beach

Question 69

Question 69

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What is a narrow barrier or wall built on a beach, perpendicular to the shoreline, to trap sand transported by currents and waves?


A) beach drift
B) wave base
C) spit
D) groin

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