If a new, large continent formed at a tidal amphidromic point, which consequence follows?

💡 Explanation

Tidal amphidromic points are locations of zero tidal amplitude; therefore, the placement of a continent there would alter the cotidal lines radiating outwards because it changes the basin geometry influencing tidal wave propagation, rather than causing other effects.

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