mistaeks coastal

Question 1

abiotic meaning?

Answer 1

a non livign ELEMENT in an ecosystem

Question 2

what are some factors affecting distribution of salt marshes?

Answer 2

coastal position - salt marshes from in hseltered areas of coastline where there are large amounts of deposition of material due to low energy waves
low topography - causing shalloe water, allowing sediment to be deposited and vegetation ot build up

Question 3

name a type of hard rock. how does it compare to soft rock

Answer 3

granite
erode slower than soft rock

Question 4

importance of rpediction and prevention of coastal flooding management

Answer 4

prediction
- can help people plan and manage impavts
- can identify areas that are likely to flood and to have suitable prevention techniques
- directs where to invest in
- allows for accurate land use zoning
- can limit financial risks
prevention
- remove dangerous objects and switch of electricity.
prevention
- can inform people through education
- resotring wetlands is important
- hard engineering
- land use zoning