It is predicted that clean water will one day be more valuable than oil. Do you think this is plausible? Why or why not? Summarize some of the threats to clean water. Contrast this to your local water source. Do you know the source of your drinking water (local river, aquifer, or reservoir?). What are possible contaminates where you live?
Question 2
Why are flash floods common in arid climates?
Question 3
Briefly describe at least six depositional features created by glaciers.
Question 4
Why is wind erosion more effective in deserts than in more humid regions?
Question 5
Briefly describe the formation of a natural levee.
Question 6
Describe the evolution of an erosional floodplain from a mountain stream. Explain the processes that take place to change the landscape.
Your response should be at least 200 words in length.