The Higher Berm Found on a Beach Is Formed

question 21

Multiple Choice

The higher berm found on a beach is formed

• A) when large waves occur at low tide.
• B) during winter storm conditions.
• C) from the slumping of cliffs in the backshore.
• D) during periods of low-energy waves in the summer.
• E) when neap tides occur during the spring and summer.

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