Asked by Maria Castro on Jul 02, 2024
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Narrow canyons are formed when:
A) downward incision is faster than widening of the canyon by erosion
B) downward incision is slower than widening of the canyon by erosion
C) erosion widens the canyon before the downward incision begins
Narrow Canyons
Deep, slender valleys with steep sides, carved by the erosive force of flowing water over geological time scales.
Downward Incision
The erosional process by which a river cuts deeper into its bed, often leading to the formation of a canyon or gorge.
Erosion
The process by which natural forces like water, wind, ice, and gravity wear away and break down earth materials, transporting them from one place to another.
- Gain an understanding of the traits and creation of braided streams.
- Assess distinct types of streams through the evaluation of their form and movement traits.
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Cecilia Maribel4 days ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Narrow canyons are formed when the process of downward incision (cutting into the earth by a river or stream) occurs more rapidly than the process of erosion that widens the canyon. This results in a canyon that is deeper than it is wide.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the traits and creation of braided streams.
- Assess distinct types of streams through the evaluation of their form and movement traits.