Asked by Miguel Vargas on May 14, 2024
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Which of the following most likely indicates that sea level has fallen relative to the land?
A) offshore sand bars that have become coastal dunes
B) the presence of coral reefs on land
C) wave-cut notches and platforms that are above sea level
D) marine terraces
E) all of these
Marine Terraces
Flat, bench-like surfaces parallel to the shoreline that are formed by marine erosion and changes in sea level.
Wave-cut Notches
Erosional features formed at the base of cliffs by the action of ocean waves.
Coral Reefs
diverse underwater ecosystems held together by calcium carbonate structures secreted by corals.
- Acquire an understanding of the variables influencing sea level fluctuations.
- Recognize landforms indicating fluctuations in ocean elevation.
Verified Answer
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LaBrea ParksMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
All of these options indicate that sea level has fallen relative to the land. Offshore sand bars becoming coastal dunes, the presence of coral reefs on land, wave-cut notches and platforms above sea level, and marine terraces are all features that suggest a relative drop in sea level, exposing these features above the current sea level.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire an understanding of the variables influencing sea level fluctuations.
- Recognize landforms indicating fluctuations in ocean elevation.