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Beach cusps are a natural coastal feature characterized by the presence of a series of alternating, crescent-shaped ridges and troughs along the shoreline. These features typically occur on sandy beaches and are formed by the interaction of waves and currents with the beach morphology. ### Formation Process 1. **Wave Action**: As waves approach the shore, they produce patterns of water upwelling and downwelling.

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