Long, narrow deposits of sand that form offshore roughly parallel to the coast are called

A) baymouth bar. B) barrier beaches. C) groins. D) tombolos.


B

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For a meandering stream, the majority of erosion occurs _____.

a.) at the inside of a bend b.) at the inside of a bend for a stream traveling north c.) at the inside of a bend for a stream traveling south d.) at the outside of a bend

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An acid is a substance that: a. releases an excess of hydroxide ion

b. releases a hydrogen ion in solution. c. is referred to as an alkaline solution. d. combines with hydrogen ion in solution.

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Which is NOT TRUE regarding migration?

A) Social conflict is a frequent consequence of migration. B) Migrants can contribute to the economic well-being of the places they settle in. C) A massive influx of people to a region can cause problems. D) mMgration can intensify problems of poverty by reducing the supply of labor at the source area. E) Migration can cause "brain drain" in the source area.

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