Environmental
Maine's 'Coastal Sand Dune Rules' protect coastal dunes because they:
AProvide recreational beach space for tourists
BServe as natural barriers against storm surge and flooding and provide critical habitat✓ Correct
CAre the primary source of sand for construction
DPrevent coastal property development only in public parks
Explanation
Coastal sand dunes are protected in Maine because they serve as natural barriers against storm surge, flooding, and erosion, and provide critical habitat for rare plants and beach-nesting birds. Development on or near dunes requires DEP permits.
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