Which geomorphic consequence arises when storm surges overtop a barrier island?

A)Inlet formation and backbarrier sedimentation✓

B)Dune stabilization via halophyte colonization

C)Uplift due to isostatic rebound

D)Enhanced coral growth despite turbidity

💡 Explanation

Inlet formation will propagate because storm surges cause barrier islands to erode as overwash occurs; the sediment from these overwash events is transported landward and accumulates in backbarrier areas, forming flood tidal deltas, therefore sedimentation occurs, rather than island stabilization via plant colonization.

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Which geomorphic consequence arises when storm surges overtop a barrier island?

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