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vol-32STUDY OF COASTAL SEDIMENTS, WEST OF ALEXANDRIA
(EL-AGAMI – SIDI KREIR)
EL WAKEEL, S.K., DOGHEIM, M., KHADR, A, AND EL SAYED, M. KH.
Oceanography Department, Facultuy of Science, Alexandria University
E-mail: [email protected]
Keywords:Coastal sediments, northern coast of Egypt, sediment characteristics, beach.
ABSTRACT
Although, the beaches west of Alexandria and their shorelines have been studied for
geological and geomorphological aspects as part of the study of the northern coast of
Egypt; but there were, little information on the coastal sediments and their cyclic changes
between El-Agami and Sidi Kreir. The coast, extending along El-Agami and Sidi Kreir, is a
part ofthe main seaside resort in Egypt, seasonally attracting millions of holiday makers.
Complete modification of segments of the coastline extending from Alexandria to ElAgami, has resulted from rapid construction to house the fast-growing population and to
accommodate industry and shipping at Egypt’s principal port. Therefore, this study aims to
provide baseline information on the sediment characterictics of this specific area. Allover
the period, the beach and nearshore sediments of the study area have to be studied for the
determinations of their texture, chemical and mineralogical characteristics during two
major seasons (summer & winter). The conclusions expected from this study could be
useful and applicable for further coastal zone management planning and development.
