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Schema for Investigating Coasts and Beaches

Poh Poh Wong
University of Adelaide, Australia
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DOI icon 10.24018/ejgeo.2020.1.6.87

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Submitted 2020-11-18
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Based on accumulated field experience, the author proposed a schema for the study of coasts and beaches. Six sequential steps are recommended in knowing: (1) the tidal range, (2) waves and coastal processes, (3) coastal habitats, (4) extreme changes, (5) spatial variation, and (6) human actions. This provides a helpful start for beginners and a basis for further details and elaboration for the more knowledgeable.

Keywords: coasts, beaches, investigation, schema

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