Slope elements and their characteristics Flashcards
1
Q
What are the four slope elements found on a slope?
A
- crest
- free face
- talus, scree
- pediment
2
Q
what is a crest?
A
covex slope element at top of slope
3
Q
what is a free face?
A
scarp greater than 80* from horizontal
4
Q
what is a talus?
A
slope at base of hill consisting of scree or weathered material
5
Q
what is a scree?
A
weathered material at base of slope
6
Q
what is a pediment?
A
slope element with low angle concave in shape.
7
Q
what is a knickpoint?
A
sharp change in gradient
