3.7 - Managing increasing coastal flood risk Flashcards

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What is beach nourishment?

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Moving sand from one area to another

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Beach nourishment pros (3)

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Less environmentally and visually destructive

Cheap

Do throughout year when breeding and tourism is minimal

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Beach nourishment cons (3)

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High maintenance

Visually and environmentally intrusive when carried out

Costs increase over time

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