Coasts Edexcel A Level Study Guide Rated A+

Concordant coastlines {Ans: Strata runs parallel to the coastline. Outer hard provides protective barrier so softer further inland. Outer sometimes punctured and cove forms. Lulworth Cove}Vegetation and Stability {Ans: Roots bind sediment particles together making them harder to erode. When submerged plants provide protective layer. Protect from wind erosion due to friction with vegetation. Plants that grow Halophytes - Tolerate sea water either around roots or high tide Verophytes - Tolerate dry conditions and retain little water.}Destructive waves {Ans: Have a wave height over 1m and 20cm length. They are common during storms and have a strong backwash carrying material offshore. Creating ridge or bar.}Sea wall {Ans: Concrete with steel reinforcement and deep foundations. Barrier against erosion, flood barriers. If reflect they reduce beach volume.}Intergrated Coastal Zone Management {Ans: Entire coastal zone is managed, all ecosystems, resources and humans. Recognises importance of coastal zone to peoples livelihoods as large amount work on coast. Recognises must management be sustainable. ICZM has been adopted world wide In practice it means Must plan for long term Involve all stakeholders Adapt adaptive management Try to work with natural processes Use 'participatory plannings' where all stakeholders have a say.}Isostatic change