Influencing Factors Flashcards
What are the 5 factors influencing water flow? (LATLC)
Latitude
Altitude
Topography
Location
Climate change
How does latitude influence water flow?
Generally the closer to the equator the warmer the climate will be which means that the amount of water will change.
How does altitude influence water flow?
Generally, as altitude increases, the amount of precipitation increases. So the higher you go, the more rainfall you get.
How does topography influence water flow?
It changes the amount of evaporation that occurs as the shape of the land, or topography, influences the availability of water.
How does location influence water flow?
If your country is landlocked, then you won’t have access to beaches as other countries are surrounding you and less precipitation will occur.
How does climate change influence water flow?
La Niña and El Niño - a complex mix of sea-surface temperatures, air pressure and winds. El Niño brings drought conditions. La Niña brings above-average rainfall.
