large-scale and long-term change in the planet’s climate, including weather patterns and average temperatures

the possibility that something bad or unpleasant, such as an injury, might happen

something that affects people across the world

The future of global coasts

Geography

This unit teaches pupils how physical and human processes shape our coastline. Pupils will also learn about the threats and challenges coastlines face in a warming world.

Coasts: what shapes life at the coast?

Waves hitting the beach in a predictable way

When the sea level rises and floods coastal areas

How does rising sea level affect coastal communities?

Many major global cities are located on the coast. These cities have to manage the risk of __________ due to rising sea levels and extreme weather because of climate change.

In the {{}}, the government has been building sea walls to protect the coastline from erosion and reduce the risk of flooding.

The natural variation of the weather each day

Long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns on Earth

The increase in the number of storms in one year

What is the movement of sediment along a coastline called?

Which type of erosion occurs when rocks hit against each other and break into smaller pieces?

What is one of the main impacts of rising sea levels on coastal areas?

Coral bleaching and death due to warmer ocean temperatures

What effect does climate change have on coastal ecosystems like coral reefs?

Starter Quiz