Landforms of River Erosion Flashcards

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What are interlocking spurs?
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Interlocking spurs are fingers of land that jut out into the river valley that streams and rivers are forced to flow around in the upper course.

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What are interlocking spurs?
Where are waterfalls and gorges typically found along the long profile of a river?
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Waterfalls and gorges are typically found in the upper course of the river.

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Where are waterfalls and gorges typically found along the long profile of a river?
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 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 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.




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