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A stretch of fast-flowing water is commonly referred to as a "rapids." Rapids are characterized by turbulent water and increased velocity, often occurring in rivers where the gradient steepens or there are obstacles like rocks. They can vary in intensity and are typically found in mountainous or hilly regions.
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What are the areas of broken fast flowing water in a river called?
Rapids
What are fast-moving river called?
A fast flowing stream is called a rapid. Rapids are where the water flows downhill very fast and over underwater obstacles.
What is called fast flowing water that goes over rocks?
Well it is called rapids but I call it a waterfall
What dangers are rivers made of?
stones and fast flowing water can block the water from flowing
What are the dangers of fast flowing water?
erosion
What are areas of broken fast-flowing water in a river?
rapids
What is another name for rapids or fast-flowing water?
Whitewater.
What are areas of broken fast-flowing water in a stream or river that is making a fast descent?
rapids
What do you call fast flowing water that goes over rocks?
Rapids
Are grains in rocks bigger or smaller when deposited by fast flowing water?
Bigger.
A word to describe fast flowing water?
Surging. Rushing. Roaring. Shooting.
What leisure takes place in fast flowing rivers?
White water rafting.
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