Process
Our coastal landscapes are constantly changing as a result of natural processes. Some of these processes happen relatively quickly and can be seen in action, such as the shifting of shingle on a beach by powerful destructive waves. Other processes - like the erosion of solid cliffs to form a cave - happen very gradually, often over many millions of years.
There are three main processes which alter the coastline. These are:
- waves,
- weathering, and
- erosion.
Each plays an important role in shaping the many features of our coastline.
