General
what is the name of this Semesters unit?
Coastal Management
A rock type structure used to disperse wave energy on the shore.
Rip Rap
this affects the tides
the moon
A structure placed on the beach, usually made from wood or textiles, to mitigate longshore drift
groynes
name 3 beaches we visited on the excursion
Brighton
Glenelg
Glenelg N
West Beach
Semaphore
The act of moving sand from one part to another using machinery
sand replenishment
This is the natural process of sand movement along the coast, predominantly northward in Adelaide.
Longshore Drift
the name of the fencing often used by sand dunes, to stop the movement of sand
drift fencing
what purpose do sand dunes play along our coastline
the erosion of coastal dunes helped to maintain the width of the beaches.
Dunes help to prevent wind-blown sand from moving inland and also help keep the dunes stable.
reserves for sand that can be recycled for beach replenishment.
They act as buffers for coastal infrastructure, helping to protect buildings and other assets from the sea and providing protection against storms
This involves the manual movement of sand around obstacles like harbours to allow it to continue its natural drift
Sand bypassing