A Smooth Concave-Up Profile Suggests That a River

question 11

Multiple Choice

A smooth concave-up profile suggests that a river

• A) is flowing quickly.
• B) is flowing slowly.
• C) has many meanders due to changes in bedrock type.
• D) is well adjusted to its sediment load and discharge.

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Definitions:

Systolic Pressure

The pressure in the arteries when the heart beats and fills them with blood; the first number in a blood pressure reading.

Blood Pressure

The pressure of circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, often measured for health assessments and crucial for cardiovascular health.

Hypertension

A medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated, often leading to increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health problems.

Arrhythmia

A condition involving irregular heartbeats, which can be too fast, too slow, or erratic, potentially leading to health problems.