How Is Material Transported Downstream?

Question 1

To identify the four types of transportation

Answer 1

The 4 processes of transportation

Question 2

Bounce

Answer 2

Saltation- sand sized particles are bounced along the river bed by the flow of water

Question 3

Dissolve

Answer 3

Solution- some minerals dissolve in water such as calcium carbonate , this requires very little energy

Question 4

Roll

Answer 4

Traction- boulders and pebbles are rolled along the river bed at times of high discharge

Question 5

Float

Answer 5

Suspension - fine clay and sand particles are carried along the river bed even at low discharge