Physical Geology
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Physical Geology (SCI 205e)
ATCHAFALAYA
Answer the following questions based on John McPhee’s “Atchafalaya.” Fill in the blanks below or in a separate document. Write in whole sentences and paragraphs to arrange your thoughts.
1. What is latitude flow, and how does it apply to the Atchafalaya and lower Mississippi Rivers? What is the mission of the US Army Corps of Engineers in this region in terms of latitude flow?
2. Identify at least three stakeholder groups along the Mississippi River’s southern reaches and indicate whether they would want the Corps of Engineers to allow more or less river flow. Explain why each stakeholder wants the Corps to allow more or less water downstream in a brief statement.3. What is the philosophy behind the “hold by levees” strategy? What is the rationale behind this river-control strategy? What could be a different approach?
4. Why would people try to sneak to levees with explosives during floods in the 1800s and 1900s? On a levee, where would the most strategic position for a landowner to detonate some dynamite be? (For more information, check pp.4142)
5. Identify and describe two elements that have contributed to the current shambles in the lower Mississippi.
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The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned.
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Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is little integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are included. Summary of information presented is included. Conclusion may not contain a biblical integration.
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75-1 points
Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is no integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are not included in the summary of information presented. Conclusion does not contain a biblical integration.
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Physical Geology