Asked by Marianah Nasir on Apr 28, 2024
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The feature formed when a river dumps its sediment near its mouth is called a:
A) delta
B) meander
C) point bar
D) oxbow lake
Delta
A landform created by the deposition of sediment carried by a river as the flow leaves its mouth and enters slower-moving or stagnant water.
- Detail the sequence and significance of depositing sediment in waterways, with a focus on the emergence of deltas and floodplains.
Verified Answer
AH
Alice HsiaoMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
A delta is formed when a river deposits its sediment as it flows into a slower-moving or stationary body of water, such as an ocean, sea, estuary, or lake, near its mouth.
Learning Objectives
- Detail the sequence and significance of depositing sediment in waterways, with a focus on the emergence of deltas and floodplains.