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Waves, Tides
Ocean Terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Inlet | Allows water to flow between barrier islands |
| Shoreline | The edge of the shore |
| Tidal Marsh | Swampy area |
| Tides | The daily rising and falling in a regular cycle of Earth's water |
| Current | The flow of water in a larger body of water |
| Waves | Causes most of erosion |
| Barrier Island | A small island along a coastline formed by deposition. Barrier islands protect the coastline. |