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Geological Engineering · Q42

Geomorphology and Surface Processes

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 42

Q42

What is a braided stream?

A.
River with high meandering
B.
River with a single channel
C.
River with multiple channels separated by bars
Answer
D.
River flowing underground

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
A braided stream has several channels separated by temporary islands or bars of sediment.It occurs where there is a high sediment load and variable discharge.