Asked by Marianah Nasir on Jul 15, 2024
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Which of the following is commonly associated with tributaries?
A) rapids when the tributary joins the main river
B) delivery of sediment to the main river
C) an increase in the discharge in the main river
D) all of these
Tributaries
Smaller rivers or streams that flow into a larger river or lake, contributing to its overall water volume.
Sediment
Particulate organic and inorganic material that settles at the bottom of a liquid, often transported by water, wind, or ice.
Discharge
The flow rate of water from a given source, such as a river or aquifer, typically measured in volume per unit time.
- Identify the factors affecting stream behavior, such as climate and topography.
Verified Answer
MR
Maria RamirezJul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Tributaries contribute to the main river by delivering sediment, increasing the discharge (volume of water), and can cause rapids where they join the main river due to the sudden addition of water and possibly different speeds or directions of flow.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the factors affecting stream behavior, such as climate and topography.