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How would coastline composition (rocky versus sandy) differ from the coastline of the Pacific Northwest and that of the Carolinas?
 
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Question 2

Most hurricanes form poleward of 20 latitude.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: The Pacific Northwest is famous for its rocky coastline with narrow beaches. The Carolina Coast has more sediment deposited along the coast, which means that currents can more easily erode the materials.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FALSE


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