Abstract
A standardized nomenclature is presented that clarifies the differences among measures of stream power. It is advocated that the term stream power be used in a conceptual context only. The recommended terminology for the various measures of this general concept is total stream power for the power of an entire reach or stream, cross-sectional stream power for power per unit length, mean stream power for power per unit wetted area, and unit stream power for power per unit weight of water.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 189-195 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Professional Geographer |
Volume | 39 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 1987 |
Keywords
- Fluvial geomorphology
- Stream power
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Geography, Planning and Development
- Earth-Surface Processes