meander Flashcards
1
Q
what is a meanders
A
bends and curves along the course of thee river
2
Q
where do they occur and why
A
in the mature stage because it is less steep (slower)
3
Q
more ____ join the river
A
tributaries
4
Q
what increases in the river
A
volume of water and river load
5
Q
what way does the river erode
A
laterally
6
Q
meanders occur as a result of______ and ____
A
erosion and deposition
7
Q
where does erosion occur on a meander
A
on the outside bend where it undercuts the river bed
8
Q
where does deposition occur on a meander
A
on the inner bend as it is shallow and the river moves slower
9
Q
what can build up where deposition has occured
A
a river beach or point bar
