The role of geology in coastal erosion
I can understand how geology can affect the development of coastal landforms.
The role of geology in coastal erosion
I can understand how geology can affect the development of coastal landforms.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- How resistant rock is to erosional processes is influenced by its rock type (hard/soft).
- Geological structure can result in concordant and discordant coastlines.
- Coastal erosion creates distinctive landforms.
Keywords
Erosion - the wearing away of rocks along the coastline
Resistant - refers to rocks that are less likely to be eroded or weathered
Retreat - the process where cliffs move backward over time as erosion wears away the base of a cliff
Geological structure - the arrangement of rock structure
Common misconception
Boulder clay is an example of sedimentary rock.
Boulder clay is an example of glacial till. Glacial till is an example of sedimentary deposits.
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Starter quiz
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the movement of water caused by wind blowing across the sea
a steep rock face along the coast
an area of sand or pebbles along the shore
a part of the coastline that extends into the sea
a sheltered area of water, often between two headlands
an isolated pillar of rock near the coast, formed by erosion
Exit quiz
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