Coastal Erosion

Q. Which among the following Indian states experiences coastal erosion due to south west monsoon winds?

1. Gujarat
2. Kerala
3. Goa
4. Odisha

Q. Kayal in the malabar coast is formed by- (a) orogenic Movement (b) Epeirogenic Movement (c) Oceanic Action (d) River Action

Q. Coastal erosion refers to the loss of coastal lands due to the net removal of sediments or bedrock from the shoreline.

1. True
2. False

Q. Match the following states in India with the factors that lead to coastal erosion.

X: South west moonsoon winds

1. Karnataka
2. Tamil Nadu
3. Andaman & Nicobar

Q. Tsunamis are huge waves caused due to under sea disturbances inside the earth. Identify the disturbance(s).

1. Volcanoes
2. Earthquakes
3. Landslides
4. Cyclones

Q. ________ are a series of long narrow structures that are built into the water from a beach to check beach erosion.

1. Sea walls
2. Groin
3. Breakers
4. Bridges

Q. ________ are a series of long narrow structures that are built into the water from a beach to check beach erosion.

1. Sea walls
2. Groin
3. Breakers
4. Bridges

Q. _______ are vertical concrete structures that protect against erosion and flooding.

1. Sea walls
2. Groin
3. Breakers
4. Bridges