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8.3.2. Capes and bays

Capes and bays are features of irregular coastline. They are formed where hard rocks like granite and limestone occur in alternating bands with softer rocks like sand and clay.

The softer rocks are eroded and converted into inlets, coves and bays.

The harder rocks resist erosion and persist as headlands or capes.


 

Figure No. 4- Formation of Headlands and Bays