unit 1 - biophysical interactions Flashcards

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1
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saltation

A

bouncing motion of sand particles moved and carried by wind

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2
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suspension

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smallest sand particles carried by wind above ground at high speeds

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3
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surface creep

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large grains of sand slowly move along the beach in the direction of the wind

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4
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east coast low

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  • intense low pressure system
  • storm force winds along the coast
  • heavy rainfall leading to major flooding
  • rough seas and heavy swells which can damage coastlines
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5
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how does a wave break?

A
  • wind blows water over sand
  • sand pushes waves up and over
  • swell causes wave formation
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6
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constructive wave

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7
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where in the world is the most amount of population growth occurring?

A

africa

asia

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8
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infant mortality rate

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amount of child deaths under the age of 1 per 1000 live births

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