As a Stream Changes from Its Headwaters to Its Mouth,which

question 78

Multiple Choice

As a stream changes from its headwaters to its mouth,which of the following is not likely to occur?

• A)Flow velocity decreases.
• B)The channel gets wider downstream.
• C)Sediment size gets smaller downstream.
• D)The channel gets smoother.
• E)The volume of water increases.

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