Beach morphology Flashcards by phoebe wills

Q

beach morphology

A

the shape of a beach
including berms, ridges, and runnels

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which season do beaches erode quickest?

A

winter

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when does erosion occur?

A

waves are at their largest
waves approach the coast at a 90° angle to the cliff face
heavy rainfall

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