Davidson-Arnott, R.

Introduction to coastal processes and geomorphology / by Robin Davidson-Arnott. - Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, c2010. - xiii, 442 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Pt. I. Introduction -- 1. Introduction -- 2. Coastal geomorphology -- Pt. II. Coastal Processes -- 3. Sea level fluctuations and changes -- 4. Wind-generated waves -- 5. Waves - wave theory and wave dynamics -- 6. Surf zone circulation -- 7. Coastal sediment transport -- Pt. III. Coastal Systems -- 8. Beach and nearshore systems -- 9. Coastal sand dunes -- 10. Barrier systems -- 11. Saltmarshes and mangroves -- 12. Coral reefs and atolls -- 13. Cliffed and rocky coasts.

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Coasts.
Geomorphology.