Synopsis
How winds and waves sculpt coastlines—and what these sculpted sands reveal about our shores. This book explains how air and water work together to create and modify sand formations along marine coasts, from the simplest grains to vast dune fields.
It lays out clear differences between sands moved by wind and those shaped by water, and it shows how lamination, grain size, and moisture influence what we see on beaches, deltas, and dune systems. The work combines practical observations with a systematic framework, helping readers understand coastal landforms without needing prior expert knowledge.
- Differentiate eolian (wind-driven) and neptunian (water-driven) sand deposits and what each reveals about a coastline.
- Learn how dune shapes form and change under varying wind strength, supply of sand, and moisture.
- Explore how sand grains are classified, measured, and how their movement creates ripples, ridges, and dune crests.
- See how lamination and bed structures indicate past conditions, currents, and wind directions.
Ideal for readers of geology, physical geography, and coastal science who want a grounded, readable account of how shorelines are built and transformed by natural forces.
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Genesis and Development of Sand Formations on Marine Coasts (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is an extensive examination of the genesis and development of sand formations on marine coasts. The author presents a detailed exploration of the factors that influence the formation of sand dunes, including wind patterns, the composition of the sand, and the presence of vegetation. He discusses the different types of dunes, including transverse dunes, longitudinal dunes, and parabolic dunes, and explains how these dunes are formed and how they move. The author also examines the role of vegetation in stabilizing dunes and preventing erosion. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of coastal geomorphology. It provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge on the subject and offers new insights into the complex processes that shape our coastlines. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780365629054_0
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