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Waves are formed from wind and other disturbances in far out water as they get closer to shore the have less water to move and so they are moved upward where the reach their crest and hit the shore. They can easily move sand and rock. They also make sand by crushing up seashells and other debris on the shore. Their biggest force though is erosion. Meaning they wear away at the shore.
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Why are hurricanes dangerous to coastal areas?
Hurricanes form over water and loose power when they reach land. That means that coastal areas will receive the worst winds. The biggest danger from a hurricane is usually what they call storm surges where the low pressure of the storm raises sea levels and the large waves can then move inland and destroy buildings.
How do waves affect coastal landforms?
the familiar waves we spot at the beach are often caused by wind.waves are also formed through tectonic activity.the ocean floor can cause the bottom of waves to slow down.
Vibrational tremors sent out from an earth quake?
Well there are two P waves and S waves. P waves come first . then S waves come. P waves come from underground and S waves are above ground and move in the shape of an S and they are the ones that collapse buildings
How does coastal erosion happen?
natural forces wind, gales storms and waves wear away natural defenses such as slopes and grounds
Which factor has the greatest effect on the shape of he shorline?
I think its the pounding of teh ocean waves.
How do waves shape coastal areas?
bcuz won\\
How are waves formed and how do they shape coastal areas?
The waves are formedwhen the moon's transferredlight has pull the waves with its own gravity which form high tides
What are two ways coastal areas undergo erosion?
Ocean waves and wind
Why waves are so strong in coastal areas?
I believe it is because of the uneven heating caused by the sun's radiation waves. The difference in temperatures is huge because of the heat absorbed by the water and the heat absorbed by the land in coastal areas differ greatly. This uneven temperature cause large amounts of winds.
How are waves dangerous?
Very dangerous - to those living in coastal areas. Some of the larger tidal waves can reach a few miles inland - swamping everything in their path.
Why people who lives in coastal area should know about waves and tides?
People in coastal areas should learn about tides and waves in order to predict the best times for using the beach, to prevent accidents, and to stay alert for dangers, such as storm surges
What r 3 features of wave deposition?
Waves shape a coast when they deposit, sediments, forming coastal features: spits, beach, & SANDBARS ( barrier islands)
What are powerful seismic waves that begin as an ocean floor earthquake that can reach 30 meters in height when approaching land and can cause destruction in coastal areas?
A tsunami
What is the difference between sea defence and coastal protection?
A sea defence is used to describe schemes which protect coastal areas from being flooded because of extreme waves or water levels. A coastal protection scheme is 'protecting' the coast from erosion and thereby protecting property/land etc which is near the coast
Why are hurricanes dangerous to coastal areas?
Hurricanes form over water and loose power when they reach land. That means that coastal areas will receive the worst winds. The biggest danger from a hurricane is usually what they call storm surges where the low pressure of the storm raises sea levels and the large waves can then move inland and destroy buildings.
Which coastal feature is sometimes created when waves erode a headland?
A cave is sometimes created when waves erode a headland.
What are 2 forces that change coastal land forms?
wind and waves
