Lab 10 Coastal Geomorphology

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1 Name: Lab time: Lab 10: Coastal Geomorphology Make sure to read Lab 10 PowerPoint and watch the video at the end prior to answering these questions. Q1: List 5 elements within a barrier island system. (2.5 points) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Q2: What is a spit and how could it lead to the formation of a barrier island? (3 points) Q3: Describe the Submergence Beach Ridge theory of barrier island formation. (3 points) Q4: List 3 types of hard beach stabilization structures. (1.5 points) 1. 2. 3. Q5: What type of hard structure is found in Figure 1(located on next page)? (1 point) Q6: What direction is the longshore current flowing in Figure 1? How do you know? (2 points)

2 Figure 1: Hard structure on a barrier island Q7: There are multiple sides to every issue. For this question I want you to discuss the pros and cons of beach nourishment. Make sure you include environmental and economic perspectives in both your pros and cons. You will need to cite at least 2 outside sources (not including the PowerPoint or video provided). (7 points)

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