Core Banks, part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore, extends
from Portsmouth Village to Cape Lookout. This is a natural, low
relief narrow barrier island. This barrier island does not have
well developed dunes. What physical processes prevent developed
sand dunes from forming on the island? What causes the areas of
overwash on this island? Both Drum Inlet and Barden's Inlet have
natural and human origins. What are the visible differences
between these two inlets? Do you think Drum Inlet has more water
going out into the ocean or more water coming into the sound?
Looking at the aerial photographs, we see different colors in
the water. Why? Click on a thumbnail photo to view a full screen
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