Erosion of headlands Flashcards
1
Q
What is involved in corrosion and Hydraulic action
A
destructive waves= erode weaknesses in headlands
2
Q
What does abrasion do
A
weaknesses rock widen, abrasion more important
3
Q
What are caves?
A
Erosion- hits weaknesses
cracks widen - small hollowed area cave form
4
Q
What are arches?
A
eroded all the way through
door way
5
Q
What are stacks?
A
top of arch collapses because of gravity
6
Q
What are stumps?
A
erosion + weathering= start to breakdown stump
hightide= stump submerged
stump will erode
