Coastal Deposition Features and Processes
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Which process is responsible for the formation of sand spits?

  • Swash
  • Gravity
  • Backwash
  • Longshore drift (correct)

    • What is swash?

  • The material dragged back down the beach
  • The lateral movement of waves
  • The angle at which waves push material up the beach (correct)
  • The prevailing wind

    • What causes the material to be dragged back down the beach in the process of backwash?

  • Longshore drift
  • Swash
  • Gravity (correct)
  • Prevailing wind

    • Under what condition does a spit develop?

    <p>When there is a change in coastline shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may form in a sheltered area behind a sand spit?

    <p>A salt marsh</p> Signup and view all the answers

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