Why is barrier island stratigraphy important?
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Why is barrier island stratigraphy important?
Stratigraphy:
Barrier islands are structures in the sea that tend to form a hindrance between the ocean and the mainland. Stratigraphy of barrier islands refers to the layered organization of the barrier islands in the sea.
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View this answerThey perform a significant role in both the biotic and abiotic environments. For instance, barrier islands prevent natural disturbances such as...
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