Formation of a sea cave, arch, stack + stump Flashcards
1
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stage 1
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The waves erode along lines of weakness by hydraulic action, abrasion + corrosion TMT over time, lines of weakness get bigger developing into small sea caves
2
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stage 2
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A sea cave is formed TIDT the lines of weakness getting bigger from erosion + hydraulic action
3
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stage 3
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An arch opens up in the headland TIDT the caves expanding on both sides of the headland until the sea cuts through
4
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stage 4
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A stack is formed TIDT the arch collapsing
5
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stage 5
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A stump remains TIDT the stack eroding and collapsing into the sea
