Holderness Coast (Cliff Collapse) Flashcards
1
Q
Where is it located?
A
North Yorkshire, UK
2
Q
What is the rate of erosion?
A
2 meters per year, (6 meters south of Mappleton due to terminal groyne syndrome)
3
Q
What are the Physical reasons for erosion?
A
- Strong destructive waves
- Strong winds
- Soft boulder clay which is easily eroded
4
Q
What are the Human reasons for erosion?
A
- Sea level rise due to global warming
- Terminal groyne syndrome in Mappleton
5
Q
What are the impacts of these factors?
A
- 4 km of land lost
- Gas station at Easington at risk
- Tourism threatened
- Infrastructure lost
- Habitats lost
- Compensation
- Fall in property of houses
