5 Questions
Which process is responsible for the formation of sand spits?
Longshore drift
What is swash?
The angle at which waves push material up the beach
What causes the material to be dragged back down the beach in the process of backwash?
Gravity
Under what condition does a spit develop?
When there is a change in coastline shape
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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