Question

The steep rocky coast rising almost vertically above sea water is called ________________.

• A. Sea waves
• B. Sea arches
• C. Stacks
• D. Sea cliff

Answer 1

The correct option is D Sea cliff

• Sea-waves continuously strike at the rocks. Cracks develop. Over time they become larger and wider. Thus, hollow like caves are formed on the rocks. They are called sea caves.
• As these cavities become bigger and bigger only the roof of the caves remains, thus forming sea arches.
• Further, erosion breaks the roof and only walls are left. These wall-like features are called stacks.
• The steep rocky coast rising almost vertically above seawater is called sea cliff.