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Initial Publication Date: December 7, 2016

Learning Check Point

Please take a few minutes to think about what you just learned, then answer the questions below.

You should now be able to explain the different types of coastal zones as a function of plate tectonic setting and understand how different tectonic settings influence the type of coastal zone characteristics that may be present.

Question 1 - Essay

What are some of the characteristics of Amero-trailing edge coasts?

Question 1 - Multiple Choice

Which of the following are characteristic of collisional coastlines?

Low lying coastal plain with barrier islands
Tall mountains onshore, submarine canyons offshore
Large rivers and deltas
Broad estuaries


These materials are part of a collection of classroom-tested modules and courses developed by InTeGrate. The materials engage students in understanding the earth system as it intertwines with key societal issues. The collection is freely available and ready to be adapted by undergraduate educators across a range of courses including: general education or majors courses in Earth-focused disciplines such as geoscience or environmental science, social science, engineering, and other sciences, as well as courses for interdisciplinary programs.
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