Examples of coastal landforms
I can describe and explain landforms of coastal erosion and deposition on the Jurassic Coast.
Examples of coastal landforms
I can describe and explain landforms of coastal erosion and deposition on the Jurassic Coast.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- The location of the Jurassic Coast in the UK and background information.
- The section of coastline has distinctive landforms of coastal erosion.
- The section of coastline has distinctive landforms of coastal deposition.
Keywords
Coastal erosion landforms - landforms resulting from a dominance of coastal erosion
Coastal deposition landforms - landforms resulting from a dominance of coastal deposition
Common misconception
Coastal landforms at the Jurassic Coast, such as Lulworth Cove and Old Harry Rocks, were formed quickly in a short period of time.
Coastal landforms at the Jurassic Coast, like Lulworth Cove and Old Harry Rocks, were formed over millions of years. Erosion, weathering, and the movement of tectonic plates have shaped these features gradually.
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