Landforms of River Erosion Flashcards

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Draw a simple diagram to show the main features of a meander.
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meander diagram

Find out more about meanders and oxbow lakes.

Draw a simple diagram to show the main features of a meander.
What is a gorge?
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A gorge is a narrow, steep-sided valley, with bare, rocky walls.

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What is a gorge?
Give three characteristics of interlocking spurs.
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Steep gradient, convex slopes, they project from alternate sides of the family, separated by a narrow valley floor which is mainly taken up by the river channel, sometimes covered in Woodland and may have scree slopes.

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Give three characteristics of interlocking spurs.
Give three characteristics of rapids.
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The characteristics of rapids include:

  • the turbulent flow of water
  • white water
  • uneven river bed
  • steep gradients.

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Give three characteristics of rapids.
Draw a diagram to illustrate the formation of a waterfall.
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Formation of a waterfall

Formation of a waterfall

Find out more about the landforms of erosion in the upper course of a river.

Draw a diagram to illustrate the formation of a waterfall.




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