Coastal Water
The coastal zone, broadly defined as near-coast waters and the adjacent land area, has high ecological diversity and is critical for economic importance.
The zone includes the beach, estuaries, and the land going directly into the coastal waters, and the offshore waters, usually out to the edge of the continental shelf.
Many people live in the coastal zone. Overall 38% of the world's population lives within 100 km of the coast or estuaries, and 44% live within 150 km of the coast.
The zone includes the beach, estuaries, and the land going directly into the coastal waters, and the offshore waters, usually out to the edge of the continental shelf.
Many people live in the coastal zone. Overall 38% of the world's population lives within 100 km of the coast or estuaries, and 44% live within 150 km of the coast.