Transportation

Question 1

Define Traction

Answer 1

large, heavy pebbles are rolled along the river bed

Question 2

Saltation

Answer 2

pebbles are bounced along the river bed, most commonly near the source

Question 3

Suspension

Answer 3

lighter sediment is suspended (carried) within the water, most commonly near the
mouth
of the river.

Question 4

Solution

Answer 4

the transport of dissolved chemicals. This varies along the river depending on the presence of soluble rocks.

Question 5

What is the material carried by the river called

Answer 5

Load