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The Movement of Sediment (Usually Sand) Along the Coast, Driven

Question 19

Question 19

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The movement of sediment (usually sand) along the coast, driven by wave action, is referred to as .


A) wave reflection
B) foreshore current
C) longshore drift
D) estuarine drift

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