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Geological Engineering · Q21

Geomorphology and Surface Processes

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 21

Q21

The concept of graded river profile refers to?

A.
Sudden waterfalls in rivers
B.
A river in equilibrium between erosion and deposition
Answer
C.
Tectonic uplift of valley floors
D.
Steep youthful stage of a river

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
A graded river is one that has achieved a balance between erosion and deposition, resulting in a smooth, concave-up profile.It represents the ideal, stable state of a mature river.