| Summary of Research: Scientists compare six different methods used to estimate flood hazard in Africa. |  |
Key terms
+ Flood
+ River
+ Africa
+ Scientific model
Scientific methods
+ Scientific modeling
+ Model validation
+ Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
+ Mapping
+ Frequency analysis
+ River modeling
+ Satellite remote sensing
Reading level
+ High school
AP Environmental Science Topics (from College Board)
I. Earth Systems and Resources: C. Global Water Resources and Use
IV. Land and Water Use
V. Energy Resources and Consumption: E. Hydroelectric Power
VII. Global Change: B. Global Warming
Teacher's resources
+ Adapted scientific article
+ Teacher's key for "Check your understanding" questions
+ Opening video - shows the damage flooding can cause to homes and people’s lives
+ Flood
+ River
+ Africa
+ Scientific model
Scientific methods
+ Scientific modeling
+ Model validation
+ Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
+ Mapping
+ Frequency analysis
+ River modeling
+ Satellite remote sensing
Reading level
+ High school
AP Environmental Science Topics (from College Board)
I. Earth Systems and Resources: C. Global Water Resources and Use
IV. Land and Water Use
V. Energy Resources and Consumption: E. Hydroelectric Power
VII. Global Change: B. Global Warming
Teacher's resources
+ Adapted scientific article
+ Teacher's key for "Check your understanding" questions
+ Opening video - shows the damage flooding can cause to homes and people’s lives
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