What are the deposits that form an outwash plain?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Sorted sand and gravel deposited by glacial meltwater
An outwash plain forms beyond the front of a glacier, where meltwater streams spread over a broad area and lose energy. The flowing water sorts the sediment: heavier gravel is deposited nearer the glacier, while finer sand is carried farther away. Option B is correct because it identifies both the agent, glacial meltwater, and the typical sorted materials. The other options belong to marine, karst, or wind processes.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Sorted sand and gravel deposited by glacial meltwater
Why is this the correct answer?
An outwash plain forms beyond the front of a glacier, where meltwater streams spread over a broad area and lose energy. The flowing water sorts the sediment: heavier gravel is deposited nearer the glacier, while finer sand is carried farther away. Option B is correct because it identifies both the agent, glacial meltwater, and the typical sorted materials. The other options belong to marine, karst, or wind processes.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Recording of Transactions (I & II). Topic: Covers the accounting equation.
