Understanding Coastal Features: Spits

What type of coast is necessary for the formation of a spit?

• Sandy coast

• Discordant coast

• Concordant coast

• Rocky coast

What is the primary process involved in the formation of a spit?

• Earthquakes

• Erosion

• Volcanic activity

• Deposition

Which direction does the sediment move during the formation of a spit?

• It remains stationary

• From west to east

• From north to south

• From east to west

What causes a hook to form on a spit?

• Decreased wave activity

• Increased deposition of sediment

• A change in the direction of the wind

• A change in the direction of the river

What forms behind a spit due to sheltered conditions?

• Sand dunes

• Salt marshes

• Cliffs

• Beaches