What is the primary purpose of the JBA Trust wave tank?

Coastal Defense Strategies and Concepts

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To predict offshore wave sizes
To demonstrate wave processes and coastal defenses
To measure wind speeds over oceans
To simulate inland flooding scenarios
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens to waves during a storm surge at the beach?
They remain unchanged
They can overtop dunes and cause flooding
They become smaller and less powerful
They dissipate completely
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How effective is a vertical wall in preventing wave overtopping?
It increases wave energy
It reduces overtopping but does not eliminate it
It completely stops all waves
It has no effect on waves
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common misconception about slope revetments?
They are easy to construct
They can worsen wave overtopping
They always improve wave energy dissipation
They are the most cost-effective solution
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the advantage of using a recurved wall?
It requires no maintenance
It is taller than other structures
It is the cheapest option available
It captures and redirects wave energy back to the sea
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does rock armor help in coastal defense?
It reflects wave energy back to the sea
It absorbs wave energy through multiple interactions
It increases wave height
It prevents wave formation
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a drawback of using rock armor?
It is very expensive
It covers the beach and can lead to oyster growth
It is ineffective against large waves
It requires frequent replacement
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