Discordant coastline
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title:
Discordant coastline
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A discordant coastline occurs where bands of different rock types run perpendicular to the coast. The differing resistance to erosion leads to the formation of headlands and bays. A hard rock type such as granite is resistant to erosion and creates a promontory whilst a softer rock type such as the clays of Bagshot Beds is easily eroded creating a bay. Part of the Dorset coastline running north from the Portland limestone of Durlston Head is a clear example of a discordant coastline. The Portlan
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Type of coastline
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Discordant_coastline
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2024-02-06T20:18:40Z
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