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Coastal landforms
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- 1Types of coastlineConcordant: rocks run parallel to the coastline
Discordant: rocks are perpendicular to the coastline, leading to different rates of erosion
- 2Lulworth coveThe limestone band was eroded, due to hydraulic action and abrasion
To begin, it was eroded slowly, forming archways in the rock
Over time, the erosion increased and formed stacks, which were further eroded at to form the cove - 3Question TextAnswer Text
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- 6Langstone rock, Dawlish WarrenFormed of Brecia layers, which are Flood deposits from Dartmoor as well as Permian sandstone
An arch has been formed in the rock due to hydraulic action and undercutting
Wave cut notch formed due to erosional processes such as hydraulic action and abrasion
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- Flashcards on Dorset Hampshire Coast , created by Connor Jones on 26/05/2017.
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