What is a barrier beach?
Estuaries/Watershed/Wetlands - 3AA

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A linear strip of land attached to the shoreline that acts as a wall between the ocean and freshwater from rivers.
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What is a mangrove swamp?
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An assemblage of mangrove trees found in coastal habitats.
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What causes the salinity changes in an estuary?
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The tide.
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What is brackish water?
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A mixture of salt and fresh water.
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What is a lagoon?
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A body of shallow water separated from the ocean by barrier islands or barrier beaches.
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What is an estuary?
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A coastal area where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean.
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What role do wetlands play in the environment?
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Wetlands act as natural water filters, flood protectors, and habitats for wildlife.
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