Wave Erosion Flashcards
1
Q
How do waves cause erosion and deposition?
A
Waves shape the coast through abrasion and impact.
2
Q
Where does the energy o the wave come from?
A
the wind
3
Q
what is a headland?
A
a part of shore that sticks out into the ocean
4
Q
which landform are waves concentrated on the most?
A
headlands
5
Q
what are the examples of the landforms shaped by wave deposition?
A
beaches, sandbars, barrier beaches, and spits.
6
Q
when sediment moves down the beach with the current is called____
A
longshore drift
7
Q
a landform created by wave erosion
A
sea stack
8
Q
Why do waves begin to change direction as they approach shore?
A
they begin to drag
9
Q
As waves approach the shore and change direction most of its’ energy is concentrated on
A
the headlands
10
Q
when waves slow down ____________ occurs
A
deposition
