What is the Coast? Flashcards
1
Q
what is the coastal zone
A
the coastal zone is the narrow stretch between land and sea
2
Q
what changes the coast
A
the action of the waves and the sea constantly changes the shape and form of the coast
3
Q
what is the highest point called
A
dunes or storm beach
4
Q
what is the foreshore
A
the foreshore is the inter-tidal zone, it’s covered and uncovered by the tide
5
Q
what is the nearshore
A
where the waves break/ there are breaking waves
6
Q
what is the backshore
A
just below the dunes or storm beach
7
Q
what is the offshore
A
where waves are not breaking
