physical methods 9 marker Flashcards
What was the method used for sand height measurements at the groynes?
A metal ruler held vertically was used, allowing for accurate distance measurement to 1 decimal place (cm).
What is an advantage of using a metal ruler for sand height measurements?
It provided accurate and precise measurements.
What is a disadvantage of the sand height measurement method?
It is limited in height.
What was the purpose of the orange drift test?
To visually observe the movement of the orange with the swash and backwash, indicating longshore drift (LSD).
What is a disadvantage of the orange drift test?
Wind, weather, or current could have altered the direction or affected the movement.
How was the property quality survey conducted?
A scoring system from 1 to 5 was used to assess the quality of each property.
What is an advantage of the property quality survey?
The scoring system was easy to understand.
What are the disadvantages of the property quality survey?
It was based on opinion, which could be biased or subjective, and each house was only observed for 2 minutes.
Which data collection method was deemed the most effective?
Sand height measurements were considered the most effective method.
Why were sand height measurements considered the most effective?
They provided accurate information.
What was the biggest issue with the property quality survey?
It was biased and based on personal preference.
