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sand deposited by waves.

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What do barrier islands form as a result of?

Barrier islands form as the result of wave or tidal flow parallel to a coastline.


Barrier islands are created as a result of A glaciation B man-made breakwaters C volcanic activity D sand deposited by waves?

sand deposited by the waves


Do volcanoes form from barrier islands?

No. Volcanoes form either as a result of tectonic plates colliding or pulling apart, or from plumes of hot material in the mantle. Barrier islands are usually sedimentary features and are not related to volcanic activity.


How many barrier islands does Georgia have?

Georgia has 8 clusters of barrier islands.


What he prpose of the barrier islands to georgias mainland?

The purpose of the barrier islands to Georgia's mainland is the barrier islands protect the mainland from wearing away from the ocean over time.


What are barrier islands?

islands of coast of australia


Are barrier islands constructive or destructive?

Georgia's barrier islands are constructive. They are small islands off the coast of Georgia that are very beautiful.


How do states handle development of barrier islands?

Various states handle the development of barrier islands by not polluting it


Purpose of spanish missions along the barrier islands?

what was the purpose of spanish missions along the barrier islands


Was the Georgia barrier islands constructive or destructive?

Georgia's barrier islands are constructive. They are small islands off the coast of Georgia that are very beautiful.


How many islands are in the Virginia barrier islands?

6


How many barrier islands does North Carolina have?

There are around 9 barrier islands and 1 system of barrier islands. Go to the following link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Barrier_islands_of_North_Carolina