drainage basin Flashcards
1
Q
what is the source?
A
where a river starts
2
Q
what is a tributary?
A
a smaller river that flows into the main channel
3
Q
what is a confluence?
A
the point where two rivers join
4
Q
what is a mouth?
A
the end of a river - usually where the river flows into the sea
5
Q
what is the watershed?
A
the area between 2 drainage basins
6
Q
what is a river channel?
A
an area which contains flowing water confined by banks
7
Q
what is a drainage basin?
A
the area of land drained by a river
