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Slide 1 Chapter 7 Estuaries Estuaries are semienclosed coastal embayments where freshwater rivers meet and mix with the sea, creating unique and complex ecosystems. More…

Estuaries Physical Features of Estuaries 1 Basic Information Estuaries vary in origin, size and type Also called: lagoons, bays and sloughs Defined by being an area where…

Chapter 12 Estuaries: Where Rivers Meet the Sea Estuary Semi-enclosed areas where fresh water and seawater meet and mix Close interaction between land and sea Among the most…

Estuaries Introduction Weâve already seen what itâs like near the edge! Ocean life is rough. Adaptation is the key to long term survival. What about in environements which…

Estuarine Dynamics. Estuarine Dynamics. Summary of previous lessons. Estuarine Dynamics 1 Equations format for Env. Modelling Isolated System: Material System Moving with…

Slide 1 Estuaries fresh & salt meet Tremendously Productive DETRITUS Slide 2 Origin and Types Drowned river valleys or coastal plain estuaries Bar-built estuary Tectonic…