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  • Sea Stacks: Formation, Definition & Coastal Erosion Explained
    A tall, narrow rock formed from wave erosion is called a sea stack.

    Here's how they form:

    1. Wave action: Waves constantly crash against the coastline, eroding the softer rock.

    2. Sea cave formation: Over time, waves carve out caves in the cliffs.

    3. Arch formation: As the caves erode further, they can eventually connect, forming a natural arch.

    4. Stack formation: The arch eventually collapses due to continued erosion, leaving behind an isolated rock pillar, the sea stack.

    Sea stacks are a common sight along rocky coastlines and are a testament to the powerful forces of nature.

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