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As the tide goes out, sand is dried and blown up the ______.
As the tide goes out, sand is dried and blown up the ______.
beach
Sand blown by aeolian transport moves via saltation, suspension, and ______.
Sand blown by aeolian transport moves via saltation, suspension, and ______.
creep
A line of seaweed and litter at the top of the beach is called a ______ line.
A line of seaweed and litter at the top of the beach is called a ______ line.
strand
Sand is blown up the beach when the tide ______.
Sand is blown up the beach when the tide ______.
The wind moves sand via aeolian ______.
The wind moves sand via aeolian ______.
Flashcards
Strand line
Strand line
The line of seaweed and litter left behind by receding tides at the top of a beach.
Aeolian transport
Aeolian transport
The process of sand being transported by wind.
Saltation
Saltation
A method of aeolian transport where sand grains bounce along the surface.
Suspension
Suspension
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Creep
Creep
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Study Notes
Coastal Sand Movement
- Low tide exposes dry sand.
- Wind can then carry sand.
- This process of wind transport is called aeolian transport.
- Sand movement types include saltation, suspension, and creep.
Strand Line Formation
- Wind-blown sand creates a line.
- This line is a collection of seaweed and debris.
- It's called a strand line.
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Description
Explore the fascinating processes of coastal sand movement and strand line formation. This quiz covers key concepts such as aeolian transport and different types of sand movement, as well as the formation of strand lines from wind-blown debris. Test your knowledge on these essential coastal dynamics!
