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HGEO 5. (lithosphere/rural) > coastal processes > Flashcards

coastal processes Flashcards

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hydraulic action

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waves compressing trapped air in the rocks, creating an explosive blast causing rock fragments to dislodge

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abrasion

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rock fragments thrown against the headland breaking down the cliff face, wearing away the rock

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solution

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carbonic acids in the sea water dissolve the rock

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attrition

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rock fragments slowly being ground down by the friction from the waves

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