Which of the following hard stabilizations is built parallel to shore and is intended to protect homes, cliffs, or bluffs?
A) Jetties
B) Breakwaters
C) Seawalls
D) Beach nourishment
E) Groins

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Seawalls are built parallel to shore and are intended to protect homes, cliffs, or bluffs from wave action and erosion. Jetties, breakwaters, and groins are built perpendicular to shore and are intended to protect beaches or maintain navigation channels. Beach nourishment involves adding sand to a beach to increase its width and volume.

Which of the Following Hard Stabilizations Is Built Parallel to Shore