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Seawalls

Some sea walls are recurved, like the one shown in the video. The aim of the recurved wall is to deflect the energy of the wave. (+)

 

They are effective in protecting cliffs from erosion. (+)

 

They act as a barrier to prevent flooding. (+)

 

The disadvantages of sea walls are that they are expensive to construct and maintain. (-)

 

They also create a strong backwash which can erode under the wall. (-)

 

DO YOU SEE ANY OTHER FEATURE IN THE VIDEO?

(Hint: What is in front of the seawall?)

Sea walls aim to protect the coast by by shielding it with concrete, steel and stone. 

© 2014 Nallu Dhinakharan

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