The Sea: Features of Erosion and Deposition Flashcards
1
Q
A cliff is a…?
A
Steep rock face formed by wave erosion along coastal landforms
2
Q
Headland?
A
Is a narrow piece of land that projects from coastline to sea.
3
Q
A bay is an area of…?
A
ocean enclosed by land but with a mouth that allows access to the sea
4
Q
Sea Cave?
A
A hollow opening in the base of the cliff formed by waves
5
Q
Arch?
A
Is a bridge formed by erosion by the sea
6
Q
A stack
A
A isolated pillar seperated from the headland by erosion
7
Q
A Stump
A
A low outcrop of Rock formed by erosion
8
Q
A wave cut platform?
A
Its a flat surface at the base of sea cliff formed by erosion.
