features of a drainage basin Flashcards
1
Q
what is a drainage basin…
A
the area of land drained by a river and its tributaries
2
Q
what is the source of a river…
A
the place where a river starts
3
Q
what is a tributary…
A
a stream flowing into a river
4
Q
what is the mouth of the river…
A
where a river flows into the sea
5
Q
what is a watershed…
A
the highest point all round a drainage basin
6
Q
what is a confluence…
A
where two streams or rivers meet
