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Waves in shallow water become bent begin to run parallel to the shoreline a process known as?
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What process is termed When waves reach shallow water they are often bent and tend to become parallel to the shore?
refraction
What is the process called when waves reach shallow water and are bent and tend to become parallel to the shore?
This is an example of refraction, as the waves are being turned from their original path. This can result in the formation of a longshore (parallel) current that flows seaward as a "rip tide."
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