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1 markFluvial and Coastal Processes

CSEC Geography · May/June 2005 · Paper 2 · Question 3(a)(i)

Refer to Figure 3 showing the long profile of a river.

Identify where friction is at its GREATEST.

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  1. 3(a)(ii)State which section of the river has the GREATEST energy.[1 mark]
  2. 3(a)(iii)Name the feature that may develop at point A.[1 mark]
  3. 3(b)(i)a)Draw a diagram to show a radial drainage pattern and state where it may develop.[2 marks]
  4. 3(b)(i)b)Draw a diagram to show a dendritic drainage pattern and state where it may develop.[2 marks]
  5. 3(b)(i)c)Draw a diagram to show a trellis drainage pattern and state where it may develop.[2 marks]
  6. 3(b)(ii)State ONE condition necessary for deltas to form.[1 mark]
  7. 3(c)(i)Explain why deforestation and urbanization may lead to flooding.[6 marks]
  8. 3(c)(ii)Explain TWO ways in which farming practices can lead to the destruction of coral reefs.[4 marks]
  9. 3(c)(iii)Explain how coral reefs are important to beaches.[4 marks]

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