Littoral Drift

Littoral drift, also known as longshore drift, refers to the movement of sand, sediment, and small particles along a shoreline caused by the action of waves hitting the coast at an angle. As waves approach the shore obliquely, they carry material sideways, gradually shifting it along the coast. This process helps shape beaches and coastal landforms over time. Littoral drift plays a key role in beach erosion, sediment deposition, and the overall dynamics of coastal environments, influencing the development and stability of the shoreline.