Coastal Landscapes: Formation, Evolution, and Management

Question 1

Which coastal management strategy involves adding sand to a beach to restore its natural shape and prevent erosion?

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Beach nourishment

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Permeable groynes

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Sea walls

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Dredging

Question 2

Which factors influence the rate of coastal erosion?

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Wave height

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Beach slope

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Presence of vegetation

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Rainfall

Question 3

Which feature is a defining characteristic of coastal landscapes?

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Impact of ocean processes like erosion and sediment buildup

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Abundant plant life

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Steep changes in height

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Lack of human communities

Question 4

Which factor has the greatest impact on the rate of coastal erosion along a stretch of coastline?

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Wave energy

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Sediment volume and size

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Cliff height

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Vegetation presence

Question 5

Which factor primarily affects the rate of coastal erosion and deposition?

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Wave energy and sediment supply

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Tides and currents

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Climate change

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Human intervention

Question 6

Which of these factors does NOT influence coastal erosion?

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Wind speed

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Wave energy

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Sea level

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Coastal slope

Question 7

Which feature is NOT typically found in a coastal landscape?

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Dense vegetation cover

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Water bodies

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Influence of marine processes

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Steep slopes and high cliffs

Question 8

Which factor does NOT directly affect the rate of coastal erosion?

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Rainfall

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Wave energy

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Beach gradient

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Amount of sediment available

Question 9

What is a defining feature of a coral reef?

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Accumulations of marine organisms

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Eroded rock formations

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Tectonic processes

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Deep, cold water locations

Question 10

Which of the following is a human-induced factor that influences the rate of coastal erosion?

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Construction of seawalls

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Wave energy

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Rock type

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Climate

Question 11

What process is the primary cause of beach formation and expansion?

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Longshore drift

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Wave erosion

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Tidal currents

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Wind deposition

Question 12

Which factor does NOT influence the rate of coastal erosion?

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Global warming

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Wave height and energy

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Grain size and beach slope

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Sediment availability

Question 13

What is a defining characteristic of a headland?

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A high, rocky outcropping jutting into the ocean.

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A low-lying area prone to flooding during high tide.

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A narrow strip of land connecting an island to the mainland.

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A vast, flat area covered in coral formations.

Question 14

Which process leads to the formation of a bay when the sides of a headland erode faster than its tip?

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Differential erosion

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Longshore drift

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Wave refraction

Question 15

Which of these is NOT a natural factor that affects coastal erosion?

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Tourism

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Wave energy

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Tidal range

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Climate change

Question 16

Which marine ecosystem is formed by the accumulation of calcium carbonate produced by organisms like corals, algae, and mollusks?

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Coral reef

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Estuary

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Salt marsh

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Mangrove forest

Question 17

Which geological process is primarily responsible for creating the contrasting features of headlands and bays along coastlines?

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Erosion

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Folding

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Faulting

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Deposition

Question 18

Which geological process is primarily responsible for shaping the distinctive headlands and bays found along coastlines?

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Differential erosion

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Folding

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Faulting

Question 19

Which factor primarily determines the direction and speed of longshore drift?

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Angle of wave approach

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Strength of tidal currents

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Beach shape and slope

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Presence of underwater obstacles

Question 20

What primary mechanism is responsible for the formation of spits and sandbars?

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Longshore drift and deposition

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Wave erosion

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Tidal currents and sediment transport

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Biological processes, such as coral growth

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a primary factor that influences coastal erosion?

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Height of sand dunes

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Wave energy and sediment supply

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Type of coastal rock and sediment characteristics

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Sea level rise and climate change

Question 22

Which coastal landform is a long, narrow ridge running parallel to the coastline, often with a lagoon or marsh behind it?

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Barrier island

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Headland

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Bay

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Fjord

Question 23

Climate change can worsen coastal erosion. Which of these is a possible result of this increased erosion?

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More flooding in coastal areas

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Better water quality in coastal waters

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More tourism money in coastal areas

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Less chance of landslides in coastal areas

Question 24

How does the geological history of an area affect the development of its coastal landscapes?

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It determines the underlying rock type and structure, influencing erosion rates and patterns.

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It has no impact on coastal landscape formation.

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It only affects the formation of cliffs and beaches.

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It solely determines the presence or absence of coastal vegetation.

Question 25

How do coastal plants like mangroves and seagrasses help protect coastlines and improve water quality?

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Their strong roots hold the seabed in place, preventing erosion.

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They filter pollutants and sediment from water, making it cleaner.

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They release oxygen into the water, supporting marine life and improving water quality.

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They provide shelter for animals that burrow into the shoreline, increasing erosion.

Question 26

How can citizen science contribute to coastal monitoring and management?

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Citizen science can provide valuable data on coastal processes and environmental changes.

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Citizen science involves data collection only by trained scientists.

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Citizen science has a minor role in coastal monitoring and management.

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Citizen science is only useful for collecting qualitative data.

Question 27

What is the name of a depositional landform that extends perpendicular to the shoreline, formed by longshore drift?

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Spit

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Bar

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Tombolo

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Headland

Question 28

What type of rock is most resistant to coastal erosion?

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Granite

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Sandstone

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Mudstone

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Limestone

Question 29

What is the name of the process by which sand is transported along the coast by currents and waves?

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Longshore drift

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Rip currents

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Beach erosion

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Coastal accretion

Question 30

What is the name of the area of land that is periodically inundated by tidal waters?

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Intertidal zone

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Littoral zone

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Supralittoral zone

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Sublittoral zone

Question 31

What is the name of a gently sloping area of land that extends from the beach to the base of a cliff or steep slope?

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Berm

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Foredune

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Salt marsh

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Washover fan

Question 32

Which of the following is **not** a type of coastal landform?

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Canyon

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Beach

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Dune

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Estuary

Question 33

Which process is mainly responsible for the formation of wave-cut platforms?

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Erosion by waves

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Deposition by waves

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Salt crystal growth

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Tidal currents

Question 34

Which of the following factors **does not** influence the development of coastal landscapes?

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Forest cover

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Waves

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Tides

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Climate

Question 35

Which of the following **combined** challenges is faced by coastal managers in the United Kingdom?

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Sea level rise and extreme weather events

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Coastal erosion and pollution

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Tourism and habitat loss

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Pollution and climate change

Question 36

What is the process by which wind-blown sand accumulates to form dunes?

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Deposition

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Erosion

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Abrasion

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Corrosion

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a significant element that affects the occurrence of coastal erosion?

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Plant cover

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Energy of waves

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Tidal range

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Wind strength

Question 38

What is the term for a geographical feature formed by the deposition of sediments brought by a river at its mouth?

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Delta

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Barrier island

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Spit

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Dune

Question 39

What type of rock is most resilient to coastal erosion?

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Granite

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Limestone

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Sandstone

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Chalk

Question 40

Which of the following describes a wave-cut platform?

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Flat, eroded surface

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Vertical cliffs

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Sandy beach

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Tidal pool

Question 41

What process describes the movement of sediments along a beach by waves?

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Longshore drift

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Erosion

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Deposition

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Accretion

Question 42

Which of the following is a non-renewable resource found in coastal areas?

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Oil

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Wind

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Solar energy

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Tidal energy

Question 43

What is the primary purpose of establishing marine protected areas in coastal ecosystems?

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Protecting biodiversity

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Increasing recreational opportunities

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Enhancing commercial fishing

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Reducing coastal erosion

Question 44

How does population density influence the vulnerability of coastal landscapes to erosion and flooding?

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Higher population density increases the vulnerability of coastal landscapes to erosion and flooding.

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Higher population density reduces the risk of erosion and flooding.

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Coastal areas with no human population are less vulnerable to erosion and flooding.

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Population density has no significant impact on coastal vulnerability.

Question 45

What is the primary factor that determines the rate at which cliffs erode?

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Wave energy

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Wind speed

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Rainfall amount

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Rock hardness

Question 46

Which of the following is not a process involved in coastal erosion?

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Deflation

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Hydraulic action

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Attrition

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Abrasion

Question 47

The primary mechanism by which sediments are moved along the coast by waves is referred to as:

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Longshore drift

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Tidal currents

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Wind erosion

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Mass movement

Question 48

The formation of landforms such as spits and bars is primarily influenced by:

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Longshore drift

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Wave refraction

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Tidal currents

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Wind erosion

Question 49

The primary factor that governs the rate of coastal erosion is:

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Wave energy

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Sediment supply

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Tidal range

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Sea level

Question 50

How do human activities impact coastal erosion and deposition?

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Human activities can influence both coastal erosion and deposition, depending on the activity and coastal environment.

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Human activities only worsen coastal erosion, not deposition.

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Human activities have no significant effect on coastal erosion or deposition.

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Human activities mainly affect coastal deposition, with little impact on erosion.

Question 51

Which of the following factors DOES NOT influence coastal erosion?

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Wind speed

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Wave energy

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Sediment availability

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Sea level rise

Question 52

Which type of coastline forms when sediment accumulates due to longshore drift?

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Beach

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Headland

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Bay

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Cliff

Question 53

Which of the following is an advantage of coastal tourism?

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Increased economic activity in coastal communities

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Reduced pollution

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Protection of natural habitats

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Improved public access

Question 54

What is the primary purpose of constructing sea walls?

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To prevent coastal flooding

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To create new land for development

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To improve water quality

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To attract tourists

Question 55

What is the term for the deposition of sediment where a river meets the sea?

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Delta

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Spit

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Bar

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Tombolo

Question 56

What term describes the movement of sediment parallel to the coastline by waves?

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Longshore drift

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Beach drifting

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Coastal erosion

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Sediment transport

Question 57

Which of the following is a potential benefit of coastal quarrying?

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Creation of employment opportunities

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Increased tourism revenue

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Improved water quality

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Reduced erosion

Question 58

How effective is beach nourishment as a strategy for managing beach erosion?

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The effectiveness of beach nourishment depends on various factors.

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Beach nourishment is always an effective solution for beach erosion.

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Beach nourishment is never an effective solution for beach erosion.

Question 59

How do public education and awareness programs contribute to coastal management?

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Increase public awareness of coastal ecosystems' value and vulnerability.

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Empower local communities to participate in coastal management decisions.

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Trigger immediate behavioral changes related to coastal issues.

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Have no significant impact on promoting sustainable coastal practices.

Question 60

Which of the following is NOT a significant factor influencing coastal erosion?

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Rainfall intensity

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Impact of waves

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Strength and direction of prevailing winds

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Presence of protective vegetation

Question 61

What is the landform term for a narrow, elongated sandbar that runs parallel to the shore?

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Spit

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Tombolo

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Haff

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Fjord

Question 62

Which of the following coastal management strategies involves constructing structures to shield the coastline from erosion?

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Hard engineering

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Soft engineering

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Managed retreat

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Beach nourishment

Question 63

What is the process by which waves transport sediment along the shore, shaping coastal landforms?

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Longshore drift

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Erosion

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Accretion

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Deposition

Question 64

Which of the following is a common characteristic of a rocky coastline?

Accepted Answer

Steep cliffs formed by erosion-resistant rocks

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Extensive sand dunes

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Mudflats exposed during low tide

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Wide, sandy beaches