Coastal Hazards Flashcards
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Q: How does coastal erosion affect human settlements?
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A: It can lead to property loss, infrastructure damage, and displacement of communities.
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Q: What are the causes of sea level rise?
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A: Thermal expansion, melting ice caps, and glacier retreat due to climate change.
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Q: How do tropical storms impact coastal areas?
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A: High winds, storm surges, and heavy rainfall cause flooding, erosion, and destruction.
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Q: What are some human responses to coastal erosion?
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A: Hard engineering (sea walls, groynes) and soft engineering (beach nourishment, managed retreat).
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Q: Why are some coastal regions more vulnerable to flooding?
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A: Low-lying areas, high population density, weak defenses, and climate change increase risk.
