Coastal Processes (Edexcel A Level Geography)

Topic Questions

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Study Figure 3b in the Resource Booklet.

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Beach morphology and
sediment characteristics
Mean angle of beach
profile (in degrees)
Interquartile range of
the longest axis (in mm)
Summer 4 0.1 to 2
Winter 8 1 to 22

Figure 3b

A beach photographed in summer and winter

a)
Explain the differences in the characteristics of beaches over time, such as between summer and winter.
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1b
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b)
Explain the importance of vegetation in stabilising coastal landscapes.
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Evaluate the view that rates of coastal recession are largely controlled by geological factors.

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Study Figure 3b in the Resource Booklet.

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Figure 3b

A photograph showing coastal recession, West Ireland


Explain the physical processes that affect the rate of coastal recession.

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Study Figure 3.

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Figure 3
Two photos and a diagram showing contrasting coastal features in the north of England 

i)
Explain the formation of the cliff profile shown in photograph 3A

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ii)
Explain the influence of rock structure and lithology on the physical features shown in photograph 3B.

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