Headlands And Bays Flashcards
1
Q
Named examples
A
Handfast point + swanage bay
2
Q
Headlands and bays
A
Are formed by differential erosion. When softer rock (eg clay) erodes more quickly than harder resistant rock (eg granite)
3
Q
Hydraulic action
A
Is when pounding waves compress trapped air in the cracks of rocks creating an explosive blast weakening and loosening rock fragments
4
Q
Abrasion is when
A
Rock fragments in the water are thrown against the base of the cliff creating a sandblasting effect wearing away the rock
5
Q
Solution is when
A
Carbonic acid in the sea water weathers limestone and chalk and the rock dissolves
6
Q
Constructive waves build
A
A beach in the sheltered area between the headlands
