Beach Erosion Prevention

What natural event significantly accelerates beach erosion?

• Sunny weather

• Snowfall

• Heavy rainfall

• Tropical cyclone

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which human activities contribute to beach erosion?

**SELECT ALL THAT APPLY!!!**

• Building marinas

• Planting trees near the beach

• Sand dredging

• Urban development

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Which of the following describes beach nourishment?

• Removing sand from beaches to combat erosion
• Planting trees along the beach to prevent erosion
• Building concrete structures on the beach to widen it
• Adding sand or sediment to beaches to combat erosion and increase beach width.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which structure is designed to trap sand transported by longshore drift?

• Groynes

• Sea walls

• Offshore breakwaters

• Sand dunes

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

What is the main disadvantage of using sea walls to protect beaches?

• They are inexpensive

• They are visually unappealing

• They enhance sand accumulation

• They require no maintenance

What important roles do sand dunes play?

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• They create a walking path for beach goers

• They form a natural barrier to wave erosion

• They provide added sand for dredging

• They are home to a variety of wildlife

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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