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).
Updated April 02, 2016. Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is a plant sometimes used as an herbal remedy. The root of the plant is also used to make tapioca, a starch found in puddings and other foods. Taking cassava in dietary supplement form is said to offer a variety of health benefits, including enhanced fertility.