plans that take into consideration an entire sediment cell or sub-cell
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Protects an areas biological, geological and geomorphological importance.
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a mass movement where rock and soil move downwards along a concave face
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coastal protection methods that are designed to work together with nature, rather than against it. eg beach nourishment
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Protects wildlife areas.
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a long, narrow and sometimes curved accumulation of sand and shingle extending the shoreline where it changes direction.
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are individuals, groups or organisations that have a interest in the development or outcomes of a particular project. They may be involved financially or emotionally.
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a increase in the sea level due to a low pressure depression. If this coincides with a spring tide and winds then the waves may be above the normal high water mark and flooding can occur.
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non marine processes that can help cause cliff failure at the coast. These include the types of weathering that are normally found on the land, such as freeze thaw weathering, hydration, biological weathering as well as salt weathering.
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the gradual evolution of a series of plants within an ecosystem or given area. This series of plant communities occurs in a roughly predictable order.
