Why does flooding occur?

What will be an ideal response?


Flash floods occur from high-intensity rainfall that overwhelms the system and leads to high run off. Prolonged floods occur where water levels rise gradually over days or weeks, with progressive flooding of the floodplain.

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Explain the role of assumptions, observation, experimentation, and theory formation in the operation of scientific research and thinking

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Which of the following statements is NOT true concerning the supercell wall cloud?

A) indicates a tornado may form soon B) caused by intensification of the mesocyclone C) usually located on the north/east side of the supercell D) forms when cool air is drawn into the storm's updraft

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Glaciers form through the compaction of leftover snow

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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