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Arctic delta processes: A computer animation and paper models

January 1, 1995

This report shows, by means of a computer animation and paper models, how deltas are affected by fresh and salt water currents, topography and location. The report is intended to help students and others visualize how ice shapes and forms a delta. By studying the animations and the paper models, students will come to understand why deltas have different shapes and different interior structures. The diskette version has an animation of arctic delta processes. While both the diskette and paper versions have teacher guide and paper models.

Publication Year 1995
Title Arctic delta processes: A computer animation and paper models
DOI 10.3133/ofr95843B
Authors Tau Alpha, Erk Reimnitz
Publication Type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Series Title Open-File Report
Series Number 95-843
Index ID ofr95843B
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
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