Earth Science 13th Edition solutions

Earth Science 13
A river system consists of three zones based on the dominant process operating in that part of the river system. On the accompanying illustration, match each process with one of the three zones: a. sediment production (erosion) b. sediment deposition c. sediment transport

Earth Science 13
Match the description that best fits each of the accompanying photos. a. bedrock channel b. alluvial channel (meandering) c. alluvial channel (non meandering) d. alluvial channel (braided)

Earth Science 13
Identify the main river in your area. For what streams does it act as base level? What is base level for the Mississippi River? Missouri River?

Earth Science 13
The accompanying diagram shows the time relationship between a rainstorm and flooding. Based on this graph, when does the flooding occur in relation to the rainstorm?

Earth Science 13
The accompanying graphs show lag times between rainfall and peak flow (flooding) for an urban area and a rural area. Which graph (A or B) represents a rural area? Explain your choice.

Earth Science 13
Which one of the three basic rock types (igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic) has the likelihood of being a good aquifer? Why?

Earth Science 13
During a trip to the grocery store, your friend wants to buy some bottled water. Some brands promote the fact that their product is artesian. Other brands boast that their water comes from a spring. Your friend asks, Is artesian water or spring water necessarily better than water from other sources?

Earth Science 13
What is the likely difference between an intermittent stream (one that flows off and on) and a stream that flows all the time, even during extended dry periods?