Sandy Beaches 2025

Sandy Beaches 2025

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Science

11th Grade

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Eric Shipp

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following best describes depositional coasts?

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Areas where deposition of sediments creates sandy beaches

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a characteristic feature of depositional coasts?

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Back

Gentle slope and low elevation

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why are sediments on depositional coasts in constant motion and change?

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Back

Due to waves and currents moving sand

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A coastal area is observed to have a gentle slope, no cliffs, and sand that is constantly being moved by waves and currents. What type of coast is this and why?

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Depositional coast, because sediment is being deposited and moved by waves and currents

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where does beach sand come from?

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From the breakdown of rocks, shells, corals, and minerals

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is NOT a possible source of sand particles found on beaches? Coral fragments, Volcanic rocks, Plastic waste, Shells

Back

Plastic waste

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is it important to understand the different sources of beach sand?

Back

It helps us know how beaches are formed and maintained

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