Transportation - Waves/Tidal Currents Flashcards

1
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Define traction

A

The rolling of large material over the sea floor by the waves

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2
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Define saltation

A

The bouncing of slightly lighter material than that transported by traction along the sea floor

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3
Q

Define suspension

A

Where small particles of material are carried by the water

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4
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Define solution

A

Where dissolved material is carried by the water

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