landforms and landscapes of erosion - cliff profile and rate of retreat

Question 1

when are steep cliffs most common?

Answer 1

where the rock is strong and fairly resistant to eroosion

Question 2

what also prompt steep cliff development?

Answer 2

lack of beach, long-fetch, high energy

Question 3

what kind of environments are steep cliffs most commonly found?

Answer 3

high energy environments

Question 4

where are gentle cliffs found?

Answer 4

in areas with weaker rocks which are less resistant to erosion and prone to slumping

Question 5

what can a large beach reduce and prevent?

Answer 5

reduce wave energy and prevent steep cliff forming by reducing erosion

Question 6

what kind of environment are gentle cliffs found?

Answer 6

low-energy environments

Question 7

what is the rate of retreat dependent on?

Answer 7

the realtive importance of marine and terrestrial factors

Question 8

what cliffs are most likely to retreat?

Answer 8

those made of unconsolidated rock and sands

Question 9

what can negative feedback mechanisms help do?

Answer 9

protect and restore a coast

Question 10

during a storm, part of a cliff may collapse so the material will protect the base of the cliff rom erosion . reducing what?

Answer 10

further cliff recession