Why does a yazoo stream flow parallel to the main river?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Natural levees prevent it from joining the main channel immediately
A yazoo stream is a tributary that runs parallel to a larger river for some distance instead of joining it directly. During floods, the main river deposits sediment along its banks and builds natural levees. These slightly elevated ridges obstruct the tributary’s direct route, so it follows the floodplain beside the main channel until it finds a lower opening. Hence option B is correct.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Natural levees prevent it from joining the main channel immediately
Why is this the correct answer?
A yazoo stream is a tributary that runs parallel to a larger river for some distance instead of joining it directly. During floods, the main river deposits sediment along its banks and builds natural levees. These slightly elevated ridges obstruct the tributary’s direct route, so it follows the floodplain beside the main channel until it finds a lower opening. Hence option B is correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Introduction to Accounting. Topic: Accounting Information.
