Question
Distinguish between :
2. Swash and Back Wash.
Solution
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Swash |
Back Wash |
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(i) It is the movement of a turbulent layer of water upslope of a beach as a result of the breaking of a wave. (ii) It moves and deposits pebbles and conches along the beach. |
(i) It is the movement of marine water down a beach, under gravitational influence after breaking of a wave. (ii) It gives a seaward movement to the beach material. |
