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Environment and development in coastal regions and in small islands |
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Environment and development in coastal regions and in small islands |
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CSI papers 1
Coastal Erosion
Hugh Thomas,
Grenada National Museum, Grenada
Abstract
The origin and type of sediment, whether terrigenous or pelagic, organic or inorganic, provide important indicators regarding sediment transportation routes and the resultant beach erosion and accretion. The geological characteristics of a coastline can provide an understanding of the history and processes that have taken place. This information, together with knowledge of more recent processes taking place today, are necessary for effective beach management programmes.
