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Longshore Drift and Features of Coastal Deposition [Date]

Today I will:

- Know the different features of coastal deposition and understand how they are formed.

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Waves are also responsible for moving stones, pebbles and sand particles along the coastline. This is known as

longshore drift.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/geography/physical_processes/coasts/revision/6/

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Constructive Waves roll up the beach carrying

sand and pebbles which they leave

behind because their backwash is weak.

These waves help to build beaches.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/geography/physical_processes/coasts/revision/4/

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