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Geography A
The Physical Environment
Changing Landscapes of the UK
Coastal Physical Processes
Coastal Physical Processes
Optional sub topic 1A: Coastal landscapes and processes
What You Need to Know
Describe the physical processes at work on the coast, including weathering, mass movement, erosion, transport, and deposition.
Explain the influence of geological structure (concordant/discordant, joints, faults), rock type, and wave action on coastal landforms.
Assess how the UK’s weather and climate affect rates of coastal erosion and retreat.
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