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Identify the underpinning philosophy of Coastal Zone Management and will discuss how the UK is adopting this policy at a governmental level.
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In this essay the author will identify the underpinning philosophy of Coastal Zone Management and will discuss how the UK is adopting this policy at a governmental level. The author will use quotes, examples, and definitions where appropriate. "Coasts are dynamic interface zones involving the meeting of the atmosphere, land and sea" (Viles, H and Spencer, T 1995:3) This quote highlights that coasts are in a constant rhythm of adjustment due to natural processes. The tools that shape the coasts include waves, tides and currents, which cause sediment movement to occur, giving rise to erosional or depositional coastal features (Viles, H and Spencer, T). In addition, the geomorphology of the land may give rise to 'hard' and 'soft' rock coastlines. Coasts are also home to unique ecosystems, for instance dune and saltmarsh ecosystems and it is possible to find unique species within these regions. Grasses such as Glasswort and Marram Grass...
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