Concept information
Preferred term
LONGSHORE CURRENTS
Definition
- A current running parallel to shore in the surf zone, caused by the incomplete refraction of waves approaching the beach at an angle. (en)
Broader concept
- COASTAL PROCESSES (en)
URI
https://gcmd.earthdata.nasa.gov/kms/concept/ccf07d90-b3a3-43d3-9249-a494bb48d1b6
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