Coastal formation

Question 1

Formation of a wave cut notch

Answer 1

cliff creation= erosion mass movement =collapse of unsupported rock
Destructive waves- responsible for most of it- lead to abrasion undercut of cliff

Question 2

Explain the the collapse

Answer 2

continued erosion causes rock above to become less stable

Question 3

Formation of new one

Answer 3

waves wash away collapsed material
erode at cliff again
new wave cut notch forms

Question 4

Formation of wave cut platform

Answer 4

multiple collapse lead to cliff retreating left behind called wave cut platform