Processes Of Transportation Flashcards
1
Q
What is solution?
A
Solution is where minerals dissolved in the water are carried by the water. This needs the least energy.
2
Q
What is suspension?
A
Suspension is silt and clay sized particles carried in the water flow.
3
Q
What is saltation?
A
Saltation is sand-sized particles which bounce along the bed in a leap frog movement.
4
Q
What is traction?
A
Traction is rolling stones along the bed. This requires the most energy.
