water stores Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
what is a drainage basin?
A
An area of land drained by river and tributaries. Its an open system
2
Q
What are key components of a drainage basin?
A
Input: precipitation
stores: interception, surface storage, soil moisture
flows and transfers: infiltration, surface-run-off, throughflow
outputs: river discharge, evapotranspiration
3
Q
factors affecting drainage basin flow
A
rock type
temperature
soil type
relief
