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Q(14): Note that the beach is very well-developed on the seaward side of the isl

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Question

Q(14):

Note that the beach is very well-developed on the seaward side of the island, but not on the landward side.

What is the primary reason for the difference in beach development?

a-Sand is added regularly to the front side of the island.

b-A hurricane has pushed the sand from the back (north) side of the island to the front (south) side of the island.

c-Longshore drift is from north towards the south

d-Waves from the ocean break on the south side of the island. Energy, and therefore deposition of sand, is concentrated here.

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Explanation / Answer

d) Waves from the ocean break on the south side of the island. Energy, and therefore deposition of sand, is concentrated here.