storm hydrograph Flashcards
1
Q
discharge
A
the volume of water measured in (cumecs)
2
Q
peak rainfall
A
highest rainfall
3
Q
peak discharge
A
highest discharge
4
Q
lag time
A
time different between peak rainfall and peak discharge
5
Q
rising limb
A
increase in discharge as river levels rise
6
Q
falling limb
A
decease in discharge as river levels fall