River Discharge Flashcards
1
Q
Factors effecting river discharge
A
Precipitation
Hot weather (higher evaporation rate)
Removal of water from the river
2
Q
Peak discharge
A
The highest point on the graph, when the river discharge is at its greatest.
3
Q
Lag time
A
Delay between peak rainfall and peak discharge, the length of time the water takes to reach the channel
4
Q
Factors affecting lag time
A
Rock type Soil type Vegetation Precipitation Temperature
5
Q
River discharge
A
The volume of water (in cubic meters/cumecs) that flows in a river per second.
