Stream Valleys Have a Distinctive V- Shape Because

question 38

Multiple Choice

Stream valleys have a distinctive V- shape because:

• A) as a valley is cut, overland flow and mass movement remove loosened material from its slopes.
• B) as a stream erodes downward, it encounters material more resistant to lateral erosion.
• C) as a stream erodes downward, it becomes graded and accomplishes less lateral erosion.
• D) as a valley becomes established, there is less lateral meandering.

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