Why Are Lower, Smaller Sand Dunes Less Desirable Than Higher

question 14

Multiple Choice

Why are lower, smaller sand dunes less desirable than higher, larger sand dunes?

• A)Lower dunes promote more erosion because there is not as much dune sand to absorb wave energy.
• B)Lower dunes cannot prevent waves washing over the dunes to strike the homes.
• C)Lower dunes promote the formation of riptides.
• D)Lower dunes block the wind in unnatural ways, causing more damage to surrounding homes.
• E)Lower dunes are difficult to naturally revegetate.