Spit formationVersion en ligne Explain how a spit forms par Annalisa Desira 1 Material moved along the beach in a zig-zag motion 2 Change in the direction of the coastline 3 Laterals form as wind direction changes further out 4 Hooked spit 5 Material deposited in shallow, calm water to form a spit 6 Prevailing winds bring waves in at an angle 7 Marshland forms in the sheltered area behind a spit