Hydrological cycle within a drainage basinDrainage basins
The hydrological cycle within a drainage basin is different to a global hydrological system in that it is an open system and input, water transfer, and storage will vary.
A drainage basin is the area from which one river and its tributaryA small river that joins the main river channel. receives water from above and below the ground. The hydrological cycle within a drainage basin is described as an open system because it consists of inputs, storage, transfers and outputs. Inputs will vary depending upon the location of the river. Water transfer and storage will also differ from one drainage basin to another.
The video below shows an illustrated explanation of the hydrological cycle in a drainage basin, introducing key terms.