Coastal formation Flashcards

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Formation of a wave cut notch

A

cliff creation= erosion mass movement =collapse of unsupported rock
Destructive waves- responsible for most of it- lead to abrasion undercut of cliff

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Explain the the collapse

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continued erosion causes rock above to become less stable

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3
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Formation of new one

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waves wash away collapsed material
erode at cliff again
new wave cut notch forms

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4
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Formation of wave cut platform

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multiple collapse lead to cliff retreating left behind called wave cut platform

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