Humans and Coastlines

Science

A coastal landforms and a type of dune system that runs parallel to the mainland coast

Barrier islands

A coastal landforms and a type of dune system that runs parallel to the mainland coast. Barrier islands. Barrier islands are long, narrow islands made of sand that protect the coast from ocean waves and storms.

A development of infrastructure along seashore

Coastal development

A development of infrastructure along seashore. coastal development. Coastal development refers to the building and expansion of structures and facilities like roads, buildings, and ports along the coastline to support human activities.

An operation of excavating material from a water environment

Dredge

An operation of excavating material from a water environment. Dredge. In science, dredging involves removing sediment and debris from the bottom of water bodies to maintain waterways or extract materials.

A large rise in water levels caused by hurricane waves and winds

Storm surge

A large rise in water levels caused by hurricane waves and winds. Storm surge. A storm surge is when strong winds push ocean water onto land, causing floods.