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Young rivers are straighter and more narrow. Old rivers have many meanders (bends in a rivers channel), and young rivers do not they are fast and have a high gradient, unlike old rivers which are slow and have a shallow gradient.

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Would a young river erode more than an old river?

Yes, a young river typically erodes more than an old river because young rivers have a steeper gradient, higher energy, and are still shaping their course. Over time, old rivers tend to have a more established path with reduced erosional power.


Do young rivers Carry large objects?

No, young rivers typically do not carry large objects. They have higher energy levels and are still forming their channels, so they tend to carry smaller sediments like sand, silt, and clay. As rivers mature and their energy levels decrease, they are better able to transport larger objects.


Which type of river is characterized by flat floodplains?

A meandering river is characterized by flat floodplains. Meandering rivers have a zigzag pattern with gentle curves, which results in wider floodplains compared to other types of rivers. The slow-moving water in meandering rivers allows sediments to be deposited, creating these flat areas.


What are the 5 types of rivers formed through erosion?

The five types of rivers formed through erosion are meandering rivers, braided rivers, straight rivers, anastomosing rivers, and wandering rivers. These types differ based on the patterns and shapes they create as they erode the surrounding landscape.


Is a wide valley young mature or old?

A wide valley is likely to be mature or old, as it takes significant time for geological processes to carve out a valley to such a size. Young valleys are generally narrow and may not have developed the wide, flat bottom characteristic of mature or old valleys.

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Is a young river is characterized by oxbows?

No. Older rivers which meander and create oxbows are the norm. Young rivers tend to flow in straighter lines.


What are key similarities and differences between old rivers and young rivers?

bark run


Match the type of river to its best description. A. Mature rivers b. Young rivers c. Old rivers?

A. travel sowly B travel fast C. travel very slowly


What is the lifespan of rivers?

A river can live for about a TRILLION or BILLION yrs....


Match the type of river to its best description?

Mature rivers - Travel slowly Young rivers - Travel fast Old rivers - Travel VeRy SlOwLy Apex :D


Would a young river erode more than an old river?

Yes, a young river typically erodes more than an old river because young rivers have a steeper gradient, higher energy, and are still shaping their course. Over time, old rivers tend to have a more established path with reduced erosional power.


How do you spell straighter?

That is the correct spelling of "straighter" (better aligned).


What are the three ages of rivers?

The three ages of rivers are youthful, mature, and old age. In the youthful stage, rivers are fast-flowing and erode the landscape, forming V-shaped valleys. In the mature stage, rivers meander and deposit sediment, creating floodplains. In old age, rivers widen and meander extensively, eventually forming oxbow lakes.


What was Margaret tobin browns nickname as a child and young woman?

it was Maggie when she was a child and young womanso whats upgo to thehunterfile.blogspot.comi am straighter then a mother my name is Anthony Lopez


When was Old Rivers created?

Old Rivers was created in 1961.


What Have few tributaries?

Young rivers


Where are young rivers found?

earth