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Why can waterfalls and swift currents be found in the upper course of a Himalayan river?

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Correct answer: Due to high elevation and steep gradient

In the upper course of a Himalayan river, the elevation is high and the gradient is steep. Water therefore flows rapidly under gravity, and sudden changes in rock level may form waterfalls. In flat plains, the gradient is gentle, so rivers generally flow more slowly and deposit more material. Exam tip: associate the upper course with steep gradient, rapid erosion, and swift flow.

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Himalayan RiversUpper CourseWaterfallsRiver GradientSwift CurrentsDrainageThe Himalayan RiversGeography

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