Coastal Sediment is supplied from a variety of sources

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  • Created on: 09-04-19 12:48
sediment budget
the balance of the sediment volume entering and exiting a particular section of coast
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Terrestrial sources
Rivers and Cliff Erosion
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Offshore sources
Constructive waves and aeolian material
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Human sources
Beach nourishment and offshore pipeline
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Beach nourishment
A management method used in order to protect and preserve the coastal environment.
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Aeolian material
Fine sand, as wind has less energy than water
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Rivers and Cliff Erosion

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Terrestrial sources

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Constructive waves and aeolian material

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Beach nourishment and offshore pipeline

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A management method used in order to protect and preserve the coastal environment.

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