coastal landscapes Flashcards

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what types of erosion create coastal landscapes

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attrition, corrosion, hydraulic action,abrasion

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how is a sand spit formed

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when the coastline changes direction and the material continues to move along the beach

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what is a sandbar

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an area of sand, gravel or sediment that sits above the water

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4
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list 4 land uses in coastal landscapes

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farming, fishing, industry, transport, renewable energy, tourisn

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