Coasts As Natural Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What is a LANDSCAPE?
A
An expanse of land/ scenery that can be seen in a single view. It covers all aspects of the view - natural (landforms and vegetation) and human.
2
Q
What is a SEDIMENT CELL?
A
A section of coastline where overall there is a balance between erosion and deposition.
3
Q
What are TIDES?
A
A periodic rise and fall in the level of the water in the oceans caused by the gravitational attraction of the sun and moon.
4
Q
What is REFRACTION?
A
The process by which waves change direction as they approach a headland; waves are turned so that their crest line becomes more parallel to the shore
5
Q
What is FETCH?
A
The distance over which the wind has blown to produce waves
