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streams with low gradients usually move slowly and can't carry bed load dowmstream
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Why is bed load only found in mountain streams with high gradient?
Bed load is mainly found in mountain streams with high gradients because the fast-flowing water in these streams has enough energy to transport larger sediments like rocks and boulders along the stream bed. In contrast, lower-gradient streams do not have enough energy to move larger particles, resulting in finer sediments being transported as suspended load or dissolved load instead of as bed load.
Which stage of development are mountain streams in?
Mountain streams are typically in the youthful stage of development. These streams have steep gradients, fast flows, and are actively eroding the surrounding landscape. They are characterized by high energy and are often creating V-shaped valleys.
Fast moving currents of air found near the top of the troposphere are called?
Jet streams. They are high altitude bands of fast-moving air that flow from west to east in the upper troposphere and lower stratosphere. Jet streams are driven by a combination of temperature gradients, the Earth's rotation, and atmospheric pressure differences.
Broad flat valley floors carved by wandering streams?
Such valleys are typically formed by sediments carried and deposited by meandering streams over time. The slow and lateral movement of meandering streams creates a wide, flat valley floor as they continuously deposit sediment along their banks. These types of valleys can often be found in regions with low gradients and high sediment loads.
What type of streams and stream valleys do you generally find in high mountainous regions?
In high mountainous regions, you can generally find perennial streams with steep gradients, braided channels, and narrow V-shaped valleys. These streams often have high energy levels, fast-flowing water, and are fed by snowmelt or glaciers. The valleys are characterized by sharp, jagged peaks, and are typically carved by glacial or tectonic activity.
Where do vampire bats get their water?
Usually at high elevation places like mountain streams or any fresh water that is available.
What are high altitude high velocity of air called?
jet streams
What kind of biomes are found at the tops of the high mountain?
alpine biomes
Are continental glaciers found high in mountain valleys?
No. Valley glaciers are found in high mountain valleys. Continental glaciers, also called ice sheets, move across vast expanses of land regardless of terrain.
Which is correct tall mountain or high mountain?
high mountain......
What causes the spring?
high geothermal gradients linked to shallow magma
What is the smallest mountain in Taiwan?
One of the smallest mountains in Taiwan is the Beikeke'erbo Mountain. It is 2,902 meters high and can be found in Zhuoxi, Hualian.
