Holderness - Cliff Collapse 5.0 / 5 based on 6 ratings ? GeographyThe Coastal ZoneCase StudyGCSEAQA Created by: JCSLCreated on: 04-04-16 14:14 At what rate is land lost along the Holderness Coast? 1.8m of land lost per year 1 of 9 How long is the coastline and from where does it begin and end? 61km long, from Flamborough Head to Spur Head 2 of 9 What 3 physical causes are there for the erosion at Holderness? Easily eroded rock type (boulder clay) / naturally narrow beaches / powerful waves due to the prevailing wind from the NE (Antarctic Ocean) 3 of 9 What human cause is there for erosion at Holderness? Groynes causing narrower beaches further down the coast 4 of 9 How much farmland is lost per year? 80,000m2 lost each year affecting farmer's livelihoods 5 of 9 Give an example of where homes are at risk Homes near the cliffs at Skipsea are risk of collapsing into the sea 6 of 9 Give an example of where a business is at risk Seaside Caravan Park is losing 10 pitches per year, leading to loss of jobs 7 of 9 Which gas terminal is at risk and why is it significant? The gas terminal at Easington is only 25m from the cliff edge, it provides 25% of Britain's gas supply 8 of 9 What environmental impact is there of erosion at Holderness? Lagoon at Easington (an SSSI) will be lost if the sand bar separating it from the sea is eroded 9 of 9
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