Wave erosion of the Azov Sea coastal scraps

Abstract

Investigation of wave destruction of the Azov Sea coastal scarps permitted to conclude that on loamy coasts the process results in a very complicated coastal system which differs considerably from one created by abrasion. To use different terms for those processes is important from both theoretical and practical points of view. Some cyclic features are shown in the wave destruction of the Azov Sea coasts. Observation data on the coasts destruction are summarized.