The Processes Of Transportation

Question 1

What does traction mean?

Answer 1

Boulders are rolled along the river of times in high discharge.

Question 2

Define saltation

Answer 2

Sand sized particles are bounced along the river bed by the flow of water.

Question 3

Define suspension

Answer 3

Fine clay and sand particles along the river with a low discharge.

Question 4

Define solution

Answer 4

Some minerals dissolve in water such as calcium carbonate. This requires very little energy.

Question 5

Look at diagram on pg 19

Answer 5

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