SEDIMENT CELLS Flashcards

1
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how many in the UK

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11

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2
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what are they

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distinct areas of coastline separated from other areas by well defined boundaries like headlands and/or deep water

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3
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type of system

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closed but in reality finer particles transfer between sediment cells

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4
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can they be divided

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yes into sub cells which are useful when planning coastal management strategies

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