Coastal Landforms Flashcards
1
Q
When is a wave cut notch formed?
A
High steep waves break at foot of cliff - concentrate erosion in small areas - cliff undercut forming wave cut notch
2
Q
When does a wave cut platform form?
A
When a wave cut notch begins to retreat the cliff, leaving a gently sloping wave cut platform
3
Q
When is a geo formed?
A
When the sea cuts inland widening a crack to form a narrow steep sided inlet
