a winding curve or bend of a river
Y6 Geog Meanders and Oxbow lakes

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sharleni Madesudadass
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Back
Meander
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
As the river makes its way to the ____________________, it gains more water and therefore more energy.
Back
Middle course
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When erosion happens in a sideways direction
Back
Lateral
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
As a river goes around a bend, most of the water is pushed towards the ___________.
Back
Outside
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The lateral erosion on the outside bend causes undercutting of the bank to form a __________.
Back
River Cliff
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Water on the inner bend is __________.
Back
Slower
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Water on the inner bend is slower, causing the water to slow down and ________________ material
Back
Deposit
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