Coastal Environment Quiz

What is the main source of energy in coastal environments?

• Solar energy

• Geothermal energy

• Kinetic energy from wind and water

• Nuclear energy

Which of the following is NOT an output in a coastal environment?

• Sand

• Salt

• Volcanic ash

• Rocks

What is the dominant process on the cliff face in Source 2?

• Deposition of sediment

• Erosion due to strong wind and waves

• Formation of sand dunes

• Growth of coral reefs

What process is contributing to the growth of beaches in Source 2?

• Deposition of sand

• Cliff erosion

• Wave reflection

• Tectonic uplift

What evidence in Source 3 suggests the movement of sand?

• New sand dunes have formed

• The sea level has risen

• Sand has moved up and covered residential streets

• The waves have stopped reaching the shore

How much beach width has been lost in some areas according to Source 3?

• 5 meters

• 20 meters

• Up to 46 meters

• 60 meters

What has caused the coastline to retreat in Source 3?

• Deposition of sediment

• Erosion caused by storms

• Tsunamis

• Coral reef destruction

Why is the coastline in Source 3 no longer in dynamic equilibrium?

• Deposition has increased

• The tide has risen permanently

• Erosion is more dominant than deposition

• There is no wave action anymore

Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing coastal changes?

• Local climate

• Wind and wave energy

• Underground magma movement

• Coastal soil composition

What feature might form due to low-energy waves bringing sand from a river mouth?

• A deep-sea trench

• A series of sand dunes

• A volcanic island

• A rocky headland