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Chapter 6 - River Processes And Pressures Flashcards

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What are the characteristics of the upper, middle and lower course of a river

A

Upper - shallow, steep, narrow
Middle - deeper, less steep, flat
Lower - deep, low gradient, wide

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What are the 4 main processes of erosion

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Hydrolic action
Attrition
Abrasion
Solution

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Name a common feature of the upper course

A

Waterfalls

Interlocking spurs

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Name two features of the lower course

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Meanders
Ox bow lakes
Levees
Deltas

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What are the main slope processes

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Soil creep and slumping

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What are hard engineering methods to manage flood risks

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Embankments
Flood walls
Dams
Flood barriers

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What are soft engineering methods to manage Flood risks

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River restoration
Washlands
Floodplain retention
Plant trees

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