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).
Tapioca starch or tapioca flour is extracted from the manioc plant alternatively referred to as Cassava which is a plant native to Northern Brazil, but spread right throughout South American continent. It has been spread in regions such as Africa, West Indies and Asia, including Taiwan and the Philippines.