Coasts Flashcards
1
Q
What are the parts of the littoral zone?
A
Backshore, foreshore, nearshore, offshore
2
Q
What is the backshore zone?
A
The area above high tide level
3
Q
What is the foreshore zone?
A
The area between high and low tide
4
Q
What is the nearshore zone?
A
The area of shallow water beyond the low tide mark. This is where waves break due to friction.
5
Q
What is the offshore zone?
A
The area of deeper water beyond the point where waves break
