Which of the Following Is Likely to Occur If the Gradient

question 127

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is likely to occur if the gradient of a stream increases? (Assume that the discharge and sediment load remain unchanged.)

• A) The stream will begin to deposit more of its load.
• B) The amount of aggradation in the channel will increase.
• C) The amount of bed load transport will decrease.
• D) The stream will begin to erode its channel and/or its banks.

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