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Geological Engineering · Q73

Geomorphology and Surface Processes

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 73

Q73

What is the shape of a youthful river valley?

A.
U-shaped
B.
Flat-bottomed
C.
V-shaped
Answer
D.
Steep-sided canyon

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
A V-shaped valley is formed by a youthful river cutting down vertically through the landscape.It reflects dominant vertical erosion.