The lighthouse in Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, appeared to “move” due to which of the following processes?

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse appeared to move because waves and currents eroded the beach and shoreline around it, bringing the ocean closer to the structure. The lighthouse was eventually moved to protect it from that coastal erosion. This is different from weathering, which breaks down rock or other material in place.

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