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Stream gradient role on stream velocity?
Stream gradient, or the slope of the stream channel, affects stream velocity by influencing the speed at which water flows downstream. A steeper stream gradient typically results in a faster water flow velocity, as the force of gravity pulls water downhill more strongly. Conversely, a gentler stream gradient leads to slower water flow velocity.
How does the velocity of a stream effect its carring capacity?
The higher the velocity of the stream the larger carrying capacity it has.
Explain how stream deposition occurs?
Stream deposition occurs when a flowing stream loses energy, causing it to slow down and deposit sediment that it was previously carrying. This commonly occurs when the stream enters a flatter area, like a floodplain or a lake. As the stream's velocity decreases, it can no longer transport sediment, leading to deposition.
What is the difference between stream discharge and stream velocity?
Stream discharge is a product of the velocity and the area of the stream (velocity x width x depth), and has units of volume per time (e.g. cubic feet per second, cubic meter per day, etc). Stream velocity is the vector describing the speed of the water and has units of length per time (feet per second, meter per second). Stream discharge is relatively constant as you move up and down a stream, while velocity will change predominately as you change depth. The velocity of water is lowest near the bed of the stream, and highest at the surface.
When the discharge of a stream increases what happens to the streams velocity?
When a stream's discharge increases, erosive energy increases.
What is the relationship between the carrying capacity of a stream and it's discharge and velocity?
The carrying capacity of a stream is influenced by its discharge and velocity. A higher discharge and velocity typically allow a stream to transport larger sediments and materials downstream, increasing its carrying capacity. Conversely, lower discharge and velocity may limit the stream's ability to carry sediment and materials.
How does the velocity of a pebble compare to the velocity of a stream?
The velocity of a pebble is typically much slower than the velocity of a stream. Streams can flow at varying speeds depending on factors such as gradient and volume of water, whereas a pebble would most likely only move when influenced by the force of the stream's flow.
How does water create stream valley?
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What happens to stream speed if the discharge in a stream doubles?
If in a given stream the velocity doubles, the discharge: Choose one answer
What depth should a velocity sensor be placed to estimate a stream's average velocity if it's 12.5 meters deep?
The velocity sensor should be placed at approximately 40-60% of the total water depth, so in this case, it should be placed at around 5-7.5 meters from the surface to estimate the stream's average velocity accurately. Placing it in this range helps account for variations in velocity across the vertical profile of the stream.
What is the average velocity of this stream as measured by the virtual stadia rod and velocity sensor?
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What factors determine velocity of stream?
Speed and direction determine velocity
