Question

You are kayaking down a stream when the stream starts to pick up speed and you notice that the stream gradient has increased. Do you expect to see a change in erosion along the stream?

Answer 1

Yes, increasing stream would then cause other areas to erode.

Answer 2

A. No, Erosion Does Not Change Very Much Along A Stream Channel.

B. Yes, Erosion Should Increase Because Faster Water Causes More Erosion And Abrasion.

C.Yes Erosion Should Increase Because High Gradient Makes Water Carve Deeper Channels.

D. Both B And C.

Answer Is D. Both B And C