Which of the Following Is the Main Reason That a Delta

question 96

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the main reason that a delta forms when a stream flows into a lake or sea?

• A)The stream flows backward during high tide.
• B)Ocean waves push the sediment up onto the beach.
• C)The velocity of the stream decreases.
• D)The stream began downcutting during the ice ages.
• E)None of these are correct.

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