Coastal Processes
Geography ⇒ Physical Geography
Coastal Processes starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how a spit is formed along the coast.
Describe the difference between constructive and destructive waves.
Explain how a sea cave is formed.
Explain the formation of a tombolo.
Explain the impact of human activities on coastal processes in India.
Explain the role of tides in shaping coastal landforms.
Explain the term 'wave-cut platform'.
Name the Indian coastal city that is famous for its natural harbour and port.
Which Indian coastal region is most prone to cyclones? (1) Eastern coast (2) Western coast (3) Southern coast (4) Northern coast
Which Indian river forms the largest delta in the world at its mouth? (1) Ganga (2) Godavari (3) Krishna (4) Narmada
Which Indian state is famous for its extensive mangrove forests along the coast? (1) Kerala (2) West Bengal (3) Gujarat (4) Tamil Nadu
Which of the following is a characteristic of destructive waves? (1) Low height (2) Strong backwash (3) Gentle slope (4) Deposits material
Fill in the blank: A __________ is a narrow piece of land projecting into the sea, formed by deposition of sediments.
Fill in the blank: The __________ coast of India is more prone to erosion due to stronger wave action.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the area between the high tide and low tide marks.
Fill in the blank: The area where the land meets the sea is called the __________.
True or False: A lagoon is formed when a sandbar completely cuts off a bay from the sea.
True or False: Attrition is the process where rocks carried by waves smash together and break into smaller pieces.
True or False: Coastal deposition occurs when the energy of the waves is high.
True or False: Groynes are built to prevent the movement of sand along the coast.
