* A cape is a headland or promontory of land that juts out into a body of water, such as a sea or lake.
* Capes are often formed by the erosion of cliffs by waves.
* They can also be formed by the deposition of sediment by rivers or glaciers.
* Capes are often important landmarks and are often used as navigational aids.
Gulf
* A gulf is a large body of water that is partially surrounded by land.
* Gulfs are often formed by the flooding of a river valley or a glacial valley.
* They can also be formed by the subsidence of a piece of land.
* Gulfs are often important trading routes and are often home to major cities.
Comparison
| Feature | Cape | Gulf |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | A headland or promontory of land that juts out into a body of water | A large body of water that is partially surrounded by land |
| Formation | Formed by erosion or deposition | Formed by flooding or subsidence |
| Location | Often at the edge of a continent | Often in the middle of a continent |
| Importance | Important landmarks and navigational aids | Important trading routes and home to major cities |
