Which of the Following Human Interactions Does NOT Increase Coastal

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following human interactions does NOT increase coastal erosion significantly?

• A) Removal of sand dunes
• B) Oil pumping
• C) Jetty construction
• D) Wetland draining
• E) People using the beach too much and loosening up the sand

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