In the figure below, the __________stream is common in areas of glaciers.
A)meandering
B)braided
C)anastomosing
D)straight
E)oxbow lake

Question

In the figure below, the __________stream is common in areas of glaciers. 
A)meandering 
B)braided 
C)anastomosing 
D)straight 
E)oxbow lake

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Braided streams are common in areas of glaciers where there is a lot of sediment being carried by the meltwater. The sediment causes the stream to split into many channels, creating a braided appearance. Meandering streams have gentle curves that loop and wind their way. An anastomosing stream has multiple channels that are separated by islands or other features. Straight streams follow a straight path and oxbow lakes are formed when a meandering stream erodes the outer bank and creates a shorter straighter course. Out of these options, the best choice for a stream in areas of glaciers is a braided stream.

In the Figure Below, the __________Stream Is Common in Areas