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BARRIER ISLANDS
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DEFINE WHERE FOUND?
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a long narrow island lying parallel and close to the mainland, protecting the mainland from erosion and storms.
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ZONES WITHIN A BARRIER ISLAND
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1.Name and describe three Theories Of barrier island formation. Provide evidence that supports each of these three theories. Give an example of where islands form from each process.
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Theory #1 – Upbuilding of a submerged sand bar
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Evidence – Location -
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Theory #2: Mainland Beach Ridge Submergence
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Evidence – Location -
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Evidence – Location -
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Theory #3: Spit Growth and Later Segmentation by an Inlet
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