Risks from coastal flooding

Geography

The role of geology in coastal erosion

The role of climate, marine and sub-aerial processes in coastal erosion

The influence of sediment transportation and deposition on coastal landscapes

The effect of human activities on coastal landscapes

Change in a named coastal landscape

Costs and benefits of management strategies

Using GIS to visualise the impact of physical and human processes on coasts

This unit teaches pupils about coastal processes and landforms. Pupils will learn about the physical processes operating at the coast and about the formation of distinctive landforms of coastal erosion and deposition. Pupils will also learn about the importance and options of coastal management.

Coastal landscapes

A rapid increase in rainfall during a storm.

A rise in sea level due to stong winds and low pressure during storms. 

A wave that occurs during heavy rainfall.

Through thermal expansion of sea water as it warms.

By decreasing the amount of rainfall globally.

By melting ice caps and glaciers worldwide.

Through increased volcanic activity under oceans.

How is climate change increasing sea levels? 

They are located far from ocean currents.

They are prone to higher temperatures year-round.

They have more vegetation that retains water.

Why are low-lying coastal areas more at risk of flooding?

Decreased biodiversity in marine ecosystems.

Increased risk of flooding and property damage.

More stable weather patterns throughout the year.

What is a consequence of rising sea levels on coastal communities?

Short-term fluctuations in daily temperatures.

Seasonal changes that affect local environments.

Changes in ocean currents affecting weather.

What is the definition of climate change?

One impact of climate change is that sea levels are {{}} due to ice sheets melting and ocean water expanding in volume.

Planting trees that absorb carbon dioxide.

Recycling waste to reduce the extraction of minerals.

Which of the following is a human activity that contributes to global warming?

A place where plants and animals live and interact.

A type of climate characterised by seasonal changes.

A group of species living in the same area.

The usual rainfall total for an entire month falling in one 24-hour period

A mixture of rain and sunshine during a summer day

Which of these events would be most likely to be called extreme weather if they occurred in the UK?

Starter Quiz

What is the definition of climate change?