Barton On The Sea Flashcards
0
Q
How high are the cliffs there ?
A
30m
1
Q
Where is Barton ?
A
In Hampshire in Christchurch Bay
2
Q
Where do the cliffs face ?
A
South west this means that the fetch can be up to 3000 miles
3
Q
How much land is lost a year to erosion ?
A
2m
4
Q
What are the cliffs made of ?
A
Weak rocks, sand and clay
5
Q
Why is this area more susceptible ?
A
They have the permeable sand on top of the impermeable clay leading to water sitting on top of it increasing it’s weight so it is more likely to collapse
6
Q
How have people worsened the situation ?
A
They have built on the cliffs which interferes with natural drainage systems as well as increasing the weight
7
Q
Social impacts ?
A
- lands slips are a concern for tourists and locals who use the beach
- old buildings are under threat the houses in Barton court are only 20m away from cliff
- several buildings already lost most reactant café
8
Q
Environmental factors ?
A
- loss of land
- mudflows are dangerous and difficult to predict
