River Systems Quiz Pt. 2

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What is drainage divide?
- The area form which all of the rain that falls eventually flows to the same final destination.
- The boundary between adjacent drainage basins
- Something i didnt pay attention to
Correct Answer

A. The boundary between adjacent drainage basins

Explanation

A drainage divide refers to the boundary or line that separates adjacent drainage basins. It is the point where water flow is divided, with each side of the divide draining into different basins or river systems. This boundary determines the direction in which water will flow and ultimately determines the final destination of rainfall in a particular area.

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3.

What are the 4 types of stream flow patterns?

Correct Answer
Radial, Treills, Dendritic & Rectangular

Explanation
The correct answer lists the four types of stream flow patterns: radial, trellis, dendritic, and rectangular. Radial pattern refers to streams that flow outward from a central point, like spokes on a wheel. Trellis pattern is characterized by parallel main streams with smaller tributaries flowing perpendicular to them. Dendritic pattern resembles the branches of a tree, with smaller tributaries joining larger streams. Rectangular pattern occurs when streams follow a rectangular grid-like pattern, often due to underlying geological structures.

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4.

Name the 3 Main Parts of a river system.

Correct Answer
Tributary Stream, Distributary Stream, Trunk Stream.

Explanation
A river system consists of three main parts: tributary streams, distributary streams, and a trunk stream. Tributary streams are smaller streams that flow into the main river, adding water and sediment to it. Distributary streams are smaller channels that branch off from the main river and carry water away from it. The trunk stream is the main channel of the river, through which the majority of the water flows. These three components work together to form a complex network of waterways that make up a river system.

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5.

Compare physical breakdown & dissolution.
6.

In Your Own Words, describe what might happen to a large piece of granite as it is transported farther and farther downstream.

River Systems Quiz Pt. 2

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What is drainage divide?

What are the 4 types of stream flow patterns?

Name the 3 Main Parts of a river system.

Compare physical breakdown & dissolution.

In Your Own Words, describe what might happen to a large piece of granite as it is transported farther and farther downstream.