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What term is used for a shallow body of salt water separated from the sea by a low sand bank or coral reef?

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Lake
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Gulf
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Lagoon
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Bay
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Solution

The correct option is A Lagoon
Lagoons is a term used for a shallow body of saltwater separated from the sea by a low dan bank or coral reef. Lagoons are commonly divided into coastal lagoons and atoll lagoons. Lagoons are the most common coastal features around many parts of the world.

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