The Argus System

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Questions 1 - 6:

Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

The Argus system

  • Developed by Rob Holman in N. Carolina with other researchers.
  • Research is vital for understanding of 1 
  • Matches information from under the water with information from 2
  • According to S. Jeffress Williams, useful because can make observations during a 3

Dr Holman’s sand collection

Dr H. has samples from every 4

Used in teaching students of 5

  • e.g. US East Coast display:
  • grains from south are small, light-coloured and 6 in shape

Questions 7 - 10:

Complete the flow-chart below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

Taking samples while traveling

After reaching home

To dig sand, a plastic or metal 7 is needed

Store in plastic bags

Write date and place, using a 8

Log samples, noting location, including which part of the beach

Dry sample on 9

Transfer to container

Add at least one 10 immediately