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Erosional Processes: Coastal Features
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Sea Caves:
Sea caves are primarily eroded by sea water. One of the largest sea caves in the world
is the "Big Oven", at Burnt Cape. Nearby, is the somewhat smaller cave the "Little Oven"

The "Big Oven" sea cave, Burnt Cape. Note the two people at the extreme left of the
image. Photo: Dulcie House. [CLICK image to enlarge.]

The "Little Oven" sea cave, north of the "Big Oven", Burnt Cape.
Note the two people at the top of the
cliffs. Photo: Michael Burzynski. [CLICK image to enlarge.]
"Cannon Holes":

The "Cannon Holes", Burnt Cape. Small sea caves that are now above sea level.
Photo: Michael Burzynski. [CLICK image to enlarge.]
Sea Arches:

"The Arches".
Between Parson's Pond and Portland Creek. Sea-eroded dolomitic conglomerate outcrop on beach. Photo: Fritz Swanson
[by permission, GNU Free
Documentation License]. [CLICK image to enlarge.]
[Page last updated: November 12, 2021]
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