Weathering
Geography: KS3, topic 9.1.1
Shaping of Coastlines
Geomorphic processes include weathering, erosion, deposition and transportation. These processes play a major role in the appearance of our coasts. The geology of an area is also very important.
Weathering
- The process of weathering plays an important role in determining the shape and structure of rocky coastlines.
- The three forms of weathering are:
- Freeze-thaw weathering.
- Biological weathering.
- Chemical weathering.
Geology
- The geology of an area means the types of rock that it is made up of.
- Different types of rocks have different levels of resistance to geomorphic processes.
- Different levels of resistance to geomorphic processes of rocks affect the landforms seen on coastlines.
Test yourself on Weathering
What are the three forms of weathering?
Which of the following is NOT a form of weathering?
Which of the following are types of weathering?