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Tombolo

A tombolo is a spit of generally sandy land that forms naturally between an island and the nearest coast, and which is sometimes associated with salt marshes. The sand accumulates at this location protected by the island.

Example of tombolo on a Canadian coast. Photo J.M.M. Dubois. Example of tombolo on a Canadian coast. Photo J.M.M. Dubois.


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