5 Questions
Which of the following is true about tidal currents?
They occur during both high and low tide
What happens to the velocity of tidal currents at high and low water?
It decreases
Where are muds usually found in the intertidal zone?
In low-energy areas
What causes tidal currents to transport different particle sizes?
The direction of the current
When does sediment transfer occur from offshore to nearshore within the intertidal zone?
During flood tide
Test your knowledge on tidal currents and their characteristics in this quiz. Learn about the relationship between tides and currents, the effects of tidal movements on coastal zones, and the maximum velocities of tidal currents.
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