If Two Streams Undergo the Same Downstream Drop in Elevation

question 78

Multiple Choice

If two streams undergo the same downstream drop in elevation of 300 meters, which stream would have the lowest channel slope?

• A) highly sinuous stream
• B) moderately sinuous stream
• C) straight channel
• D) not enough information provided

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