Question

Erosion in coastal areas forms different types of landform. Which of the following is/are erosional landform of coastal areas?
1. Wave-cut platforms
2. Beaches
3. Capes and bays
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

• A. Only 1 and 2
• B. Only 1 and 3
• C. Only 2 and 3
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B Only 1 and 3

Beaches in coastal areas are a depositional landform and not erosional. A wave-cut platform is the narrow flat area often found at the base of a sea cliff. They along with capes and bays are erosional landform.