5 Questions
What is the process that forms sand spits?
Longshore drift
What is swash?
The movement of waves pushing material up the beach at an angle
What is backwash?
The movement of waves dragging material back down the beach at right angles due to gravity
What can cause a spit to become hooked or curved at the end?
Changes in wind direction/currents
What may form in a sheltered area behind a sand spit?
A salt marsh
Test your knowledge on coastal deposition features and processes with this quiz! Learn about how sand spits are formed through longshore drift and the movement of waves. Explore the concepts of swash and backwash, and discover how they contribute to the formation of these features.
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