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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| breach | a break in the island caused by storms that allows water to flow through |
| erosion | the movement of sediment by natural forces (wind, water, gravity, ice). |
| salinity | the amount of salt in the water |
| brackish | a mix of saltwater from the ocean and fresh water |
| biodiversity | the variety of different organisms in an area |
| barrier islands | long, narrow islands that run along the coast, separated from the mainland by bays or lagoons. mostly made from sand and are shaped by waves, tides and storms. |
| global warming | increases the risk of stronger storms and flooding |
| greenhouse gases | people have burned fuels like coal and oil and gas |
| invasive species | something that doesnt belong like phragmites |
| Phragmites | invasive plant from Europe 200 years ago. resists removal - even asphalt can't stop it |