Air Movement on the Earth՚s Surface2B. “the Knowledge of Slope Analysis Has Limited Field Application in the Slope Management.” Explain
- Slope analysis - Davis, Penck, King (talked about origin and development) - mainly natural causes
- Management focuses on anthropogenic causes & the present state - not related to evolution process
- Using terraces, benches, reduce slope angles, drainage, cover cropping
- Slope erodes due to surface runoff, wind & detachment of top soil
2C. Describe the Configuration of the Pacific Ocean Floor
- Largest - 35% of ocean area
- Numerous islands - including coral islands
- Trenches and plateaus
- Mariana, Mindando & Philippine trench
- South- Pacific Antarctic Submarine Ridge
✍Examrace Team at Aug 24, 2021