Definitions Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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Distributary
A
A branch of a river that does not return to the main stream after leaving it
2
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Water shed
A
The edge of highland surrounding a drainage basin
It marks the area between two drainage basins
3
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Energy level of a river
A
Energy levels are usually higher near a river’s source where its course is steep and its valley narrow
4
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River source
A
The beginning or start of a river
5
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Tributary
A
A stream of smaller river which joins a longer stream or river
6
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Confluence point
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The point where rivers or stream join
7
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Where does deposition of a river occur?
A
Usually occurs in the inside bends of meanders. The force here is weakest and sediment is dumped
8
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Riparian land
A
The interface between land and a river
