Geography · Fluvial Geomorphology
Which of the following statements regarding river dynamics and erosion is NOT correct?
- 1The maximum erosive pressure of the river occurs during a complete pause or standstill of the current.✓
- 2A meandering river cuts its concave/outer bank more than its straight bank.
- 3As the sediment load exceeds the river's capacity, its erosion capacity decreases.
- 4When the velocity of the river is high, it can carry a larger amount of load.
Correct answer
The maximum erosive pressure of the river occurs during a complete pause or standstill of the current.
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