Laboratory Exercise 8 - Changing Coastlines and Coastal Processes<GEOL 1014<

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Laboratory Exercise 8 - Changing Coastlines and Coastal Processes Part 1: Laboratory Exercise Questions 7.1. What factors are driving coastal erosion along the U.S. Gulf Coast, especially along the ... coast of Louisiana? Hurricanes, land is subsidizing due to the compaction of the Mississippi delta sediments leading to a rising sea level 7.2. The severe coastal erosion along the North Slope of Alaska is endangering Native communities, oil and gas exploration and wildlife refuges. Examine the factors listed below that influence the rate of coastal erosion and consider how important they are above the Arctic Circle. Indicate the level of importance by placing a short response (one to ten words) in the Impact and Comment boxes, respectively. Use the figures provided to evaluate impact and generate comments. Use web resources to supplement the data provided in this lab. For instance, find the paths of hurricanes and typhoons to determine their impact, if any, on the North Slope. [Show More]

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