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Record 1 2011-01-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Hydrology and Hydrography
  • Paddle Sports
CONT

Souse hole. It can be caused by a large volume of water pouring abruptly or vertically over a large rock or ledge. The fast-moving water seems to scoop out a deep hole filled with foaming, aerated water that rolls back upstream.

CONT

A sousehole may contain a roller as part of its composition.

OBS

A boat will sink down into the hole and have difficulty leaving it.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Hydrologie et hydrographie
  • Sports de pagaie
DEF

Mouvement d'eau sur une importante distance qui revient sur la veine d'eau.

CONT

On trouve les rappels au bas des chutes, des seuils et quelques fois derrière des obstacles de la rivière.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Hidrología e hidrografía
  • Deportes de remo
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