The influence of sediment transportation and deposition on coastal landscapes
I can explain the role sediment transportation and deposition play in forming coastal depositional landforms.
The influence of sediment transportation and deposition on coastal landscapes
I can explain the role sediment transportation and deposition play in forming coastal depositional landforms.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Sediment transportation (longshore drift) and deposition (constructive waves) operate at the coast.
- Processes of transportation and deposition influences coastal landforms (spits, beaches, bars).
Keywords
Water column - refers to the vertical section of water from the surface to the sea bed
Prevailing wind - the most frequent wind direction a location receives
Deposition - the sea dropping sediment (or material) being carried by the water at the coastline
Common misconception
Spit formation occurs solely from sediment deposition.
Longshore drift, wave and wind direction play an important role in the formation of spits, and a change in direction of the coastline is required.
To help you plan your year 10 geography lesson on: The influence of sediment transportation and deposition on coastal landscapes, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 10 geography lesson on: The influence of sediment transportation and deposition on coastal landscapes, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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