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Coastal Processes 3

The changes in sea level results in the formation of marine terrace, Xao-Liau-Cho, Taiwa

The changes in sea level results in the formation of marine terrace, Xao-Liau-Cho, Taiwa
Image Credit: C. H. Jen, 2000

At the coast there are several features that are affected when there is a change in temperature. Generally an increase in the temperature leads to sea flooding due to rising sea level. This can also increase  the energy of the wave action and result formation of wave cut platforms, eroded pedestals, and cliffs at the edge of the sea.

   Stop and Think!

Explain the formation of the following coastal features:

  a. Wave-cut platform

  b. Notch

  c. Sea cave