Which process explains barrier island breaching during storms?

💡 Explanation

Wave refraction leads to converging wave crests that erode a narrow segment allowing for breaching because focused wave energy acts as a hydraulic wedge, therefore creating inlets during intense weather, rather than affecting uniform coastline retreat.

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