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Coastal Zones Revision Quiz

Question 1 of 10

1

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting the size/ energy of a wave?

Select one of the following:

  • How long the wind has been blowing

  • The strength of the wind

  • The colour of the waves

  • How far the waves travel (fetch)

Explanation

Question 2 of 10

1

The longer the fetch...

Select one of the following:

  • The more damage is done.

  • The less damage is done.

Explanation

Question 3 of 10

1

Select which of the following does NOT exist.

Select one of the following:

  • Constructive waves

  • Destructive waves

  • Conservative waves.

Explanation

Question 4 of 10

1

Destructive waves...

Select one of the following:

  • ...have a strong backwash

  • ...have a strong swash

Explanation

Question 5 of 10

1

Having a high wave is a feature of...

Select one of the following:

  • A constructive wave

  • A destructive wave

Explanation

Question 6 of 10

1

Having a long wavelength is a feature of...

Select one of the following:

  • Constructive waves

  • Destructive waves

Explanation

Question 7 of 10

1

Which of the following is INCORRECT?
Coastal erosion involve...

Select one of the following:

  • Hydraulic Action, Attrition, Saltation, Abrasion.

  • Abrasion, Attrition, Hydraulic Action, Solution.

  • Traction, Attrition, Saltation, Abrasion.

Explanation

Question 8 of 10

1

Materials from the sea have been carried to the coastline of rivers.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 9 of 10

1

Prevailing winds cause waves to approach the coast at an angle.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 10 of 10

1

Deposition is...

Select one of the following:

  • When something is put in the wrong place.

  • When material is placed in sheltered areas.

  • When something is moved from its original place.

Explanation

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