The Influx of Seawater at Depth in an Estuary ________

question 30

Multiple Choice

The influx of seawater at depth in an estuary ________.

• A) supplies water to make up for net surface water outflow
• B) supplies salt to compensate for dilution by river water
• C) supplies water to maintain the estuary's water level
• D) All of these are correct.
• E) None of these is correct.

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