Exam 11: The Ocean Floor

Where does most active sediment transport occur?

How much do moonrise and the time of highest tide change each day?

Erosional retreat of a(n)__________ leads to enlargement and inland extension of a wave- cut platform.

Which one of the following statements concerning global sea level is correct?

What is the seaward limit of the offshore zone?

High initial costs and eventually high maintenance costs, high potential for storm damage and negative environmental impact are consequences of policies to_______ .

Name two manmade factors that contribute to changes of coastal shoreline environments.

Which active landform is most common along the Texas- Gulf of Mexico coast?

___________are rough rock or reinforced concrete structures built parallel to the coast to protect boats and harbours from the force of large breaking waves.

Where is wave attack the strongest?

A(n) _________current forms during an incoming or rising tide.

Briefly give two reasons why, among all geologic environments, the coastal ones are the most fragile in relation to human activity and most prone to sudden change.

Which one of the following coastlines would typically have bedrock features such as wave- cut cliffs, sea stacks, sea arches, and wave- cut platforms?