3.10 Managing Coastal Erosion And Flooding Flashcards
1
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Revetments
A
Sloping wooden or concrete structure at the foot of cliff or top of beach, breaking a waves energy
2
Q
Tangible and intangible
A
Tangible- where costs and benefits are known and can be given a monetary value
Intangible- costs may be difficult to assess but are important
3
Q
Cliff regrading
A
Alters the slope of a cliff in attempt to stabilise it.
4
Q
Marsh creation
A
Form of managed retreat. Allowing low lying coastal areas to become flooded, creating salt marshes
5
Q
Polder
A
Land enclosed by embankments (planned or unplanned)
