Exam code: 9GE0
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Beach morphology and sediment characteristics | Mean angle of beach profile (in degrees) | Interquartile range of the longest axis (in mm) |
Summer | 4 | 0.1 to 2 |
Winter | 8 | 1 to 22 |
Figure 3b
A beach photographed in summer and winter
Explain the differences in the characteristics of beaches over time, such as between summer and winter.
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Figure 3b
A photograph showing coastal recession, West Ireland
Explain the physical processes that affect the rate of coastal recession.
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Figure 3 Two photos and a diagram showing contrasting coastal features in the north of England
Explain the formation of the cliff profile shown in photograph 3A.
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Explain the importance of vegetation in stabilising coastal landscapes.
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Figure 3 Two photos and a diagram showing contrasting coastal features in the north of England
Explain the influence of rock structure and lithology on the physical features shown in photograph 3B.
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Explain the role of geology in the formation of contrasting cliff profiles.
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Explain how geological structure influences the cliff profile shown.
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Explain how differential erosion contributes to the formation of the headlands and bays shown.
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Explain how vegetation helps to stabilise the coastal landscape shown.
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Explain how the characteristics of a high-energy coastline lead to rapid erosion.
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Evaluate the view that rates of coastal recession are largely controlled by geological factors.
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Evaluate the view that geology is the most important factor in explaining variations in coastal recession.
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Evaluate the view that vegetation is the most important factor in stabilising coastal landscapes.
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