How Will Channel Velocity Change Along the Longitudinal Profile of a Stream

question 10

Multiple Choice

How will channel velocity change along the longitudinal profile of a stream?

• A)Velocity will remain constant for the entire length of the stream
• B)Velocity will start high and gradually decrease toward the mouth due to increasing discharge downstream
• C)Velocity will start low and gradually increase toward the mouth due to increasing discharge downstream

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