Question

question 4(multiple choice worth 3 points) (04.02 lc) which of the following is likely true of a coastal habitat? has low gross primary productivity speeds up the flow of the body of water located at the mouth of a river or stream sediment provides barriers that often serve as sanctuaries from wind and storms.

Explanation:

Coastal habitats often have sediment - formed barriers like sand dunes or barrier islands. These act as buffers against wind and storms, protecting the inland areas and providing sanctuaries for various species. Coastal habitats generally have high gross primary productivity due to nutrient - rich waters. They can slow down water flow in some cases like in estuaries. And while some coastal areas are at river mouths, it's not a defining characteristic of all coastal habitats.

Answer:

Sediment provides barriers that often serve as sanctuaries from wind and storms.