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Geological Engineering · Q19

Geomorphology and Surface Processes

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 19

Q19

What is the main cause of river meandering?

A.
Tectonic uplift
B.
Variation in flow velocity
Answer
C.
Wind erosion
D.
Sediment cementation

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Meandering is caused by lateral erosion and deposition due to variations in flow velocity across a river channel.The faster side erodes, while the slower side deposits sediment, forming curves.