Asked by Leryia Hughes on Jul 14, 2024
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A stream cannot erode below:
A) sea level
B) its headwaters
C) its channel
D) its bedrock
E) its tributaries
Erode
The process by which natural forces such as water, wind, or ice wear away soil, rock, or other materials from the Earth's surface.
Sea Level
The average height of the ocean's surface between high and low tide, used as a standard in measuring land elevation and ocean depth.
- Describe the principles of baseline altitude, the lateral movement of bends in rivers, and the conveyance of particles in watercourses.
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JA
Johnny AppleseedJul 20, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
A stream cannot erode below sea level because sea level acts as the base level or the lowest point to which a stream can erode its channel.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the principles of baseline altitude, the lateral movement of bends in rivers, and the conveyance of particles in watercourses.