Beaches Flashcards
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What affects sand movement on beaches?
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Size of waves, angle of approach, type of beach material
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Q
Where do beaches form?
A
Along secondary depositional coastlines.
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Q
What is long shore current?
A
Movement of near shore water and shoreline sand
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Q
What are constructive waves?
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Waves that move material onto beaches from the water. More common in spring and summer
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Q
Why are destructive waves?
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Waves that move material from shore back into water. Common in fall and winter
