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Ees403:Physical Processes Of Sedimentation Question Paper

Ees403:Physical Processes Of Sedimentation 

Course:Physical Processes Of Sedimentation

Institution: University Of Eldoret question papers

Exam Year:2013



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1.Differentiate between Pelagic and terrigenous sediments.(4marks)
2.Define terminal fall velocity of a particle.(2marks)
3.List the forms in which sediments entrained in a flow can be transported along the bed as bed load.(2marks)
4.What factors control sediment deposition rate in lake sediments.(2marks)
5.What are the negative impacts that arise from sedimentation processes in lakes.(3marks)
6.Define an estuary and explain how sediment deposition happens in estuaries.(3marks)
7.Name and describe any three land forms associated with desert dune processes.(6marks)
8.Define a delta and name three types of deltas and explain how each one of them is formed.(6marks)
9.Explain the importance of ocean sediments.(2marks)
10.Define a beach and explain how a beach is generally formed.(3marks)
11.List two types of beaches and explain the physical features of each.(4marks)
12.Explain the theory behind beach erosion and transportation.(3marks)




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