Buildings on the coast 2 Quiz

What is coastal erosion?

• Coastal erosion is the process of the coastline being worn away by natural forces.
• Coastal erosion is the result of human activities like construction.
• Coastal erosion refers to the increase in land area along the coast.
• Coastal erosion is the process of building up the coastline.

Is this a chalk cliff?

• Yes it is

• No it's not

What are soft rocks?

• Soft rocks are rocks that are easily eroded or deformed, often including sedimentary types like clay and chalk

• Soft rocks are exclusively found in mountainous regions.
• Soft rocks are rocks that cannot be eroded or deformed.
• Soft rocks are primarily igneous rocks like granite.

Is granite a hard or soft rock?

• Granite is a hard rock.
• Granite is a liquid rock.
• Granite is a type of sedimentary rock.
• Granite is a soft rock.

What are some effects on coastal changes?

• Increased biodiversity
• Bigger coastline

• Reduction in sea levels
• Effects on coastal changes include erosion, habitat loss, increased flooding, and changes in sediment transport.

What is land reclamation?

• Land reclamation is the process of destroying land to create water bodies.
• Land reclamation is the process of creating new land from water bodies.
• Land reclamation refers to the natural formation of land through erosion.
• Land reclamation is the act of converting land into a desert environment.

Is this picture an example of land reclamation?

• No it's not

• Yes it is

What is the primary purpose of land reclamation?

• To create new habitats for wildlife.

• To increase agricultural land availability.

• To develop urban areas and infrastructure.

• To restore natural ecosystems.

What are some advantages of living in a coastal area?

• Limited access to fresh seafood
• Increased risk of flooding
• Higher cost of living in inland areas
• Advantages of living in coastal areas include access to beaches, recreational activities, a milder climate, and economic opportunities.

Which of these cities is an example of land reclamation?

• Tokyo
• New York
• Paris
• Dubai