River Processes Flashcards
1
Q
What proccess happens at the uper level of the river?
A
Mainly erosion
2
Q
What process happens at the middle lever of the river?
A
Erosion and deposition
3
Q
What process happens at the lower level of the river?
A
Mainly deposition
4
Q
What does deposition mean?
A
Rivers drop material because they are weak
5
Q
What does erosion mean?
A
When water pushes along the bank and the bank wears away
6
Q
What does transportation mean?
A
When the river is really strong and carries rocks or material to another part of the river
