Tidal strait

This article will address the topic of Tidal strait from different perspectives, with the aim of providing a comprehensive and in-depth vision of this topic. Its origins, evolution, implications and possible future scenarios will be analyzed, as well as its relevance in today's society. Various research, studies and expert opinions will be examined in order to provide the reader with a complete and up-to-date understanding of Tidal strait. Additionally, concrete examples and case studies will be presented to exemplify theoretical concepts and foster greater understanding. We hope that this article is useful and interesting to those who wish to deepen their knowledge of Tidal strait.
An illustration of a tidal strait passing between two landmasses
A tidal strait passing between two landmasses

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.

Arthur Kill tidal strait, Prall's Island visible

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References

  1. ^ 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)
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  3. ^ 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.{{cite journal}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)

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