Coastal Geomorphology Notes – S6 Geography Paper 1

These teacher-prepared notes for Senior 6 Geography cover coastal geomorphology. They begin by defining terms such as coast, coastline, shore, shoreline and beach, then look at the factors that shape coastlines. The notes describe constructive and destructive waves, the factors that affect wave erosion, and the erosion processes of abrasion, hydraulic action, solution and attrition. They explain landforms made by erosion, including cliffs, caves, stacks and arches, and landforms made by deposition, including beaches, bars, spits, tombolos and mudflats. Each section uses examples from Lake Victoria, Lake Albert and the East African coast. The notes also cover why coastal features matter, give practice essay questions, and introduce sea level changes.