stream patterns Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
4 types of stream patterns?
A
Radial
rectangular
dendritic
trellis
2
Q
describe a radial stream pattern
A
from highest central point/butte/conical hill
3
Q
describe a rectangular stream pattern
A
bends at 90 degrees
tributaries at 90 degrees
joints and faults
4
Q
describe a dendritic stream pattern
A
tree
uniform rocks
5
Q
describe a trellis stream pattern
A
alternating layers of hard and soft rock
parallel streams
