The Sea Flashcards
0
Q
The water that moves back down the beach is called the _________
A
Backwash
1
Q
What is the swash
A
The Swash is the frothy water that moves up the beach
2
Q
During stormy weather _________________ usually occur
A
Destructive waves
3
Q
Destructive waves make the backwash stronger than the Swash so ________ occurs
A
Erosion
4
Q
Hydraulic action
A
The power of of water as it pounds against the coast. Hundreds of tons of water may hit the coast when the waves break.
5
Q
Abrasion
A
Abrasion occurs when the waves pick up rocks and stones and hurl them against the coast, breaking off even more rock.
