EQ3- Birling gap receding coastline Flashcards
1
Q
Where is sussex
A
The birling gap is found in sussex which is a county in south east england.
2
Q
What is going on at the Birling gap in sussex?
A
-Rates of recession are on average 0.6m per year
-There is significant mass movement.
3
Q
Why is the coastline at the Birling gap receding?
A
-Storm events
-Tides during spring are really high
-During severe storm storms in 2013/2014 the coastline receded by 4-5m in a single month.
