littoral zone Flashcards

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what is the littoral zone

A

the area of land between the cliff’s or dunes on the coast and the offshore
area that is beyond the influence of the waves

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what are the short term factors which changes the littoral zone?

A

tides
storm surges

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what are the long term factors which changes the littoral zone?

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changes in sea level
human intervention

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