Coastal Systems And Landscapes Flashcards
1
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Define erosion
A
The wearing away of the earth’s surface by the mechanical action of processes of glaciers, wind, rivers, marine waves and wind.
2
Q
What is fetch?
A
Refers to the distance of open water over which a wind blows uninterrupted to major land obstacles.
3
Q
Define mass movement
A
The movement of material downhill under the influence of gravity, but may also be assisted by rainfall
4
Q
Define weathering
A
The breakdown and/or decay of rock at or near the earth’s surface creating regolith that remains in situ until it is moved by later erosional processes.
