Coastal Processes (Chapter 20) Flashcards
1
Q
What is wave refraction?
A
The bending of waves as they approach the shoreline, concentrating energy on headlands and dispersing it in bays.
2
Q
Define tides.
A
Periodic rises and falls in sea level caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun.
3
Q
What are rocky coast landforms?
A
Features like sea cliffs, wave-cut platforms, and sea arches formed by wave erosion.
4
Q
How do waves sort beach sediments?
A
Heavier sediments like gravel settle closer to the shore, while finer particles like sand and silt are carried farther out.
