Geography GCSE
Beach nourishment
What Beach nourishment means in Geography GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Beach nourishment
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Reference: AQA
Adding sand or shingle to a beach to make it wider and higher, increasing friction and absorbing wave energy.
Topics that use Beach nourishment
- Coastal landscapes in the UK (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Abrasion
- Attrition
- Backwash
- Cliff profiles
- Coastal landscapes
- Constructive waves
- Deposition
- Destructive waves
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