Delta Model
Product Code : JA-ERAM-4417
The Delta Model (SKU JA-ERAM-4417) is a geography landform model of a river delta, the landform that forms at the mouth of a river where it enters a sea or lake. Deltas are built from the deposition of sediment carried by the river, which often divides into several channels called distributaries as it crosses the delta. JaincoLab makes this delta model for school geography rooms and college physical geography teaching, completing its series of river landform models.
Specifications
The model represents a river delta at the mouth of a river, as described below; size, material, base and colouring are not stated in the listing and are confirmed on the quotation.
| Product | Delta Model |
| SKU | JA-ERAM-4417 |
| Type | Landform model, river delta |
| Location | Mouth of a river |
| Formation | Deposition of sediment carried by the river |
Applications of the delta model
The model is used to teach the lower course of a river, showing how the river slows at its mouth, drops its sediment load and builds new land in the form of a delta.
- River landform lessons in school geography
- Lower course of a river in physical geography
- Deposition and coastal landforms topics
- Geography room and exhibition displays
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers one delta model. Size, material, base, colouring and labelling are confirmed on the quotation. Accessories, spares and quantities are confirmed on the quotation.
Minimum order quantity, lead time and packing are confirmed on each quotation for the number of models and the delivery destination. Models are supplied singly for schools and in bulk for colleges and tenders.
Frequently asked questions
What is a delta?
A landform formed at the mouth of a river.
How is a delta formed?
By the deposition of sediment carried by the river as it reaches the sea or a lake.
Which related river models are available?
River meander and oxbow lake, transporting river system, estuary and confluence models are listed under related products.
Related products
This model is listed in the JaincoLab earth science models range.
Request a quote
To order the Delta Model, send the number of models and delivery destination through the JaincoLab contact page or email [email protected], quoting SKU JA-ERAM-4417. Tender and project enquiries can be sent through the tenders page.
