Which of the Following Is True About How Shorelines Are

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about how shorelines are affected from the land side?

• A) many beach areas are backed by coastal dunes formed by the wind
• B) rivers are not important contributors of sediment into the shoreline system
• C) fine sediment in rivers is deposited close to shore and coarser sediment is carried farther away from shore
• D) all of these

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Definitions:

Puckering

The formation of small wrinkles or folds in a surface, often caused by contraction, shrinking, or gathering, particularly in skin or fabric.

Elevate Jaw

The action of raising the lower jaw or mandible, an action involved in facial expressions and chewing.

Close Mouth

The action of bringing the jaws together to bring the mouth into a position where it is not open.

Masseter

A facial muscle that plays a major role in the chewing of food.