1. Is the meander in Wanstead Park typical?
Writing up our results
Is the meander in Wanstead Park typical?

4. Current Test m/s = average time/10 Where? Test 1 Test 2 Test 3 Average
Speed (m/s)
Inside
Middle
Outside

5. Does the meander we surveyed follow this pattern?
The theory
The inside of a meander is more shallow and the current is slower. The outside is deeper and the current is quicker.
Does the meander we surveyed follow this pattern?

6. How to write the investigation up
Set the scene.
When did we go?
Where were we? Describe it (wide/managed/natural)?
What was the weather like on the day/days before?
How did you carry out the surveys?
Tackle each part of the theory separately
i. Is the river more / less shallow on the inside of the bend?
ii. Is the current faster or slower on the inside of the bend?
Does the river have a river beach and river cliff?
Use data / graphs to add detail to your description
Prove that you are right!