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Coastal Zones and Processes

Zones and Processes

Nature of the Coastline

Emergent and Submergent Coastlines
    Causes of Long-Term Sea-Level Change
    Signs of Changing Relative Sea Level
Coastal Erosion, Sediment Deposition and Transport
    Sand Transport and Beach Erosion
    Cliff Erosion
Especially Difficult Coastal Environments
    Barrier Islands
    Estuaries
Weather, Climate, and Coastal Dynamics
    Present and Future Sea-Level Trends
    Storms and Coastal Erosion
Costs of Construction-and Reconstruction-in High-Energy Environments
    Recognition of Coastal Hazards
LIVING GEOLOGY 7: Now You See It, Now You Don't







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