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Which one of the following statements is not true?

A) Gulfs with narrow fronts and wider rears experience high tides
B) Tidal currents take place when a gulf is connected with the open sea by a narrow channel.
C) Tidal bore occurs when a tide enters the narrow and shallow estuary of a river.
D) The tidal nature of the mouth of the river Hooghly is of crucial importance to Kolkata as port.

Correct Answer:

A) Gulfs with narrow fronts and wider rears experience high tides

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