unit 1 - biophysical interactions Flashcards
1
Q
saltation
A
bouncing motion of sand particles moved and carried by wind
2
Q
suspension
A
smallest sand particles carried by wind above ground at high speeds
3
Q
surface creep
A
large grains of sand slowly move along the beach in the direction of the wind
4
Q
east coast low
A
- 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
5
Q
how does a wave break?
A
- wind blows water over sand
- sand pushes waves up and over
- swell causes wave formation
6
Q
constructive wave
A
7
Q
where in the world is the most amount of population growth occurring?
A
africa
asia
8
Q
infant mortality rate
A
amount of child deaths under the age of 1 per 1000 live births
