Marine Deposition Flashcards
1
Q
When will deposition occur?
A
Wave energy decreases due to decrease in velocity or volume of water - bays/ estuaries
Rapid coastal erosion providing abundant supply of material faster than its being removed.
2
Q
Name some situations when deposition occurs ?
A
Waves slow following breaking.
Water paused at top of swash before backwash begins
3
Q
Marine deposition landforms?
A
Spits
Bars
Tombolos
Beaches
