Drainage Basin Flashcards

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Define Drainage Basin

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Area of land drained by a river and its tributaries

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Define source

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Where a river starts, usually in a upland area such as a mountain

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Define mouth

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Where a river flows into the sea or lake

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Define confluence

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The point where two rivers meet

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Define tributary

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A smaller river or stream that joins a main river.

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Define watershed

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An area of high ground which separates two or more river systems.

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Define meander

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A bend or curve in a river

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What is the most common shape for a drainage basin?

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A dendritic shape.

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