Which of the following is NOT an approach communities have tried to address shoreline problems?

A. construction of a jetty
B. building a breakwater
C. construction of a seawall
D. lowering the local sea level
E. replenishing sand


Answer: D

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A. A B. B C. C D. D E. E F. F

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What does the value of Kw say about the extent to which water molecule react with themselves?

A) Because the value of Kw is so small, the extent to which water ionizes is quite large. B) Because the value of Kw is so small, the extent to which water ionizes is quite small. C) Water molecules react with themselves at a constant rate, never increasing or decreasing. D) When an acid is added to water, the value of Kw will decrease.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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