What observable features would lead you to classify a coastal area as emergent?

What will be an ideal response?


The rising land or falling water levels of emergent coasts expose wave-cut cliffs and marine terraces above sea level.

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A) alterations to legislation must be done in a way that maximizes environmental protection at the urging of scientists without recourse from the voting public B) lack of full scientific certainty shall not be used to postpone measures to prevent major environmental degradation C) permit trading should be undertaken with caution D) caution should be used in handling hazardous wastes E) all alternative sources of energy should be evaluated by the scientific community before marketing

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How many elements occur naturally as diatomic molecules?

A) 0 B) 5 C) 6 D) 7

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