The Abrupt Break in Stream Gradients in Glaciated Terrains Often

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Short Answer

The abrupt break in stream gradients in glaciated terrains often leads to spectacular mountain waterfalls such as at Trout Pond Newfoundland and Helmcken Falls in Wells Gray Park, B.C.These are all examples of what kind of glacial valley intersection?

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Definitions:

Mastoid Process

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