Tectonically Rising Coasts Are Most Closely Associated with ________

question 111

Multiple Choice

Tectonically rising coasts are most closely associated with ________.

• A) barrier islands
• B) coral reefs
• C) marine terraces
• D) beaches
• E) longshore currents

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Definitions:

Seawater

A solution of various salts and minerals found in the world's oceans.

Sandstone Beds

Layers of sedimentary rock predominantly composed of sand-sized particles, often used as aquifers and in construction materials.

Marine Shales

Marine shales are fine-grained sedimentary rocks formed from the accumulation of silt and clay in a marine environment, known for their rich organic material content.

Turbidity Currents

An underwater current of usually rapidly moving, sediment-laden water moving down a slope, caused by the increased density due to sediments.