They channel ocean saltwater away from
inland rivers, creeks, and streams
They lower tides so
that Georgia does not experience damage from high tides
They keep dangerous sea animals, such as
sharks, from the beaches on the mainland
They block the ocean waves and wind from directly hitting the mainland
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The statement that best describes the significance of the barrier islands is: They block the ocean waves and wind from directly hitting the mainland.
Barrier islands play a crucial role in protecting the coastline by absorbing the energy of waves and reducing the impact of storms on the mainland.
