In arid climates, most small streams are ________.
A) nonexistent
B) ephemeral
C) intermittent
D) perennial
E) without channels

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Ephemeral means they are only present for short periods of time, usually after a rainfall event. In arid climates, this can be the case for most small streams. Option A is incorrect because it suggests they do not exist at all, which is not true. Option C and D are both possible, but not as likely as B. Option E is incorrect because even ephemeral streams have channels when they do flow.

In Arid Climates, Most Small Streams Are ________