Which of the Following Does NOT Happen to Waves as They

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does NOT happen to waves as they reach the headlands of an irregular coastline?

• A) They diverge and spread over a larger area.
• B) They release their energy when the waves break.
• C) Their wave heights increase.
• D) They erode the headlands.
• E) They slow down.

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