Wave Erosion and Deposition

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Waves that spread the sediments along the coastline create

Shorelines are often straight because

A long, narrow bar of sand that forms parallel to the shore by waves transporting sand is a

The problem with groins is

A long, narrow pile of rocks built perpendicular to the shoreline to keep sand on the beach.

A length of sand that connects to land and extends into the water with a hook at the end is a

The erosion of a sea arch can form this.

A shoreline's first line of defense against hurricanes is