coastal erosione

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  • Created on: 07-05-17 13:04
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  • Coastal Erosion
    • Hydraulic Action
      • air trapped in joints is compressed when a wave breaks
    • abrasion
      • bits of rocks and sand in saves grind down on cliff surfaces
    • Attrition
      • waves smash rocks together on the shore
    • Solution
      • acids contained in salt water will dissolve certain types of rock such as limestone and chalk

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