Tidal strait
In this article we will delve into the fascinating world of Tidal strait, exploring its origins, its relevance in today's society and its impact on different areas of life. Tidal strait has been the subject of interest and debate throughout history, motivating philosophers, scientists, artists and people from all walks of life to delve deeper into its meaning and repercussions. Through a detailed analysis, we will examine the most relevant aspects of Tidal strait, from its first manifestations to its presence today, with the aim of providing a comprehensive and enriching vision of this diverse and exciting topic.
A tidal strait is a strait connecting two oceans or seas through which a tidal current flows. Tidal currents are usually unidirectional but sometimes are bidirectional. Tidal straits, though they are narrow seaways, are technically not rivers. They are frequently of tectonic origin. In them, currents develop because of elevation differences between the water basins at both ends.
Tides sometimes allow sediments to collect in tidal straits.
See also
References
- ^ Longhitano, Sergio G.; Mellere, Donatella; Steel, Ronald J.; Ainsworth, R. Bruce (April 9, 2012). "Tidal depositional systems in the rock record: A review and new insights" (PDF). basin.earth.ncu.edu.tw. Retrieved 27 May 2019.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ Longhitano, Sergio; Steel, Ronald J. (June 2015). "Deltas sourcing tidal straits: observations from some field case studies". Retrieved 27 May 2019.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ Rossia, V.M.; Longhitano, S.G.; Mellere, D.; Dalrymple, R.W.; Steela, R.J.; Chiarellae, D.; Olariua, C. (November 2017). "Interplay of tidal and fluvial processes in an early Pleistocene, delta-fed, strait margin (Calabria, Southern Italy)". Marine and Petroleum Geology. 87: 14–30. doi:10.1016/j.marpetgeo.2017.02.021. Retrieved 27 May 2019.
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External links
- A facies‐based depositional model for ancient and modern, tectonically–confined tidal straits
- Deltas sourcing tidal straits: observations from some field case studies
- Notes on shipwrecks in the Arthur Kill ship graveyard
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