Storm surges occur during storm events, including hurricanes and tropical cyclones due to three processes: 1  wind setup. 2  barometric setup. 3  wave setup.
Starch is the most common carbohydrate in the human diet and is contained in many staple foods. The major sources of starch intake worldwide are the cereals (rice, wheat, and maize) and the root vegetables (potatoes and cassava).
Cassava root is eaten as a vegetable, and as it toxic raw it is eaten after cooking. It is also used as a source of starch or to make flour. The root may also be used in the production of ethanol. Cassava hay is used as an animal feed or in the production of adhesives, textiles and cosmetics.