Sea caves are formed due to the ___________ work of sea waves.

erosional

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depositional

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both a and b

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none of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A erosional
A sea cave is formed due to the wave action of sea. The primary process involved is erosion. Caves occur when waves force their way into cracks in the cliff face. The water contains sand and other materials that causes rock to erode until caves are formed.

The correct option is A.

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i. Sea cave	a. Steep rocky coasts rising vertically above the seawater.
ii. Sea arches	b. Hollowed out rocks formed by the action of sea waves.
iii. Sea stacks	c. Sea caves with openings on both sides
iv. Sea cliff	d. Isolated wall-like structures created by the thrashing action of sea waves

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