The Tidal Current in a Narrow Tidal Channel Is Likely

question 56

Multiple Choice

The tidal current in a narrow tidal channel is likely to

• A) have a distinct rotary component.
• B) be unidirectional at all times.
• C) change direction as the tides change.
• D) be nonrotary.
• E) change direction as the tides change and be nonrotary.

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