If the upper course of a river is mountainous and lower course is flat, what change will occur in river work?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Erosion will be more in upper course and deposition more in lower course
Slope is higher upstream and velocity reduces downstream. Exam tip: connect river courses with different actions.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Erosion will be more in upper course and deposition more in lower course
Why is this the correct answer?
Slope is higher upstream and velocity reduces downstream. Exam tip: connect river courses with different actions.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Geography question. Chapter: Drainage. Topic: Drainage Systems in India.