Crowded coasts Flashcards
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Dynamic equilibrium
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The balanced state of a system when its inputs and outputs are equal. By a process of feedback, the system adjusts to changes and regains equilibrium
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Coastal squeeze
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A process by which coastal habitats and natural features are progressively lost or drowned, caught between coastal defences and rising sea levels
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Advance the line
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A strategy to move the defence of an area seaward of its existing position
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Do nothing
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Carry out no coastal defence activity except for safety measures
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Hold the line
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A strategy to continue to hold the line of defence where it is
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Retreat the line
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A strategy to encourage the movement of the shoreline landward of its present position in a managed or controlled manner, also called managed retreat
