Geomorphology (Grade 12 NSC Matric Geography): Flashcards
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Direction rivers always flow
Direction rivers always flow
From higher elevations to lower elevations
Direction tributaries flow relative to main river
Direction tributaries flow relative to main river
Same direction as the main river
Dendritic drainage pattern appearance
Dendritic drainage pattern appearance
Tree-like branching, streams in many directions
Radial drainage pattern appearance
Radial drainage pattern appearance
Streams flow outward from central high point
Trellis drainage pattern appearance
Trellis drainage pattern appearance
Rectangular grid, parallel valleys, tributaries at right angles
Rock type indicated by dendritic pattern
Rock type indicated by dendritic pattern
Horizontal sedimentary/igneous/metamorphic with uniform erosion
Valley shape in upper river course
Valley shape in upper river course
V-shaped valley with steep sides
Terrain where upper course occurs
Terrain where upper course occurs
Mountainous or hilly areas
Features in lower river course
Features in lower river course
Wide floodplain, meanders, marshes, vleis, oxbow lakes
Terrain where lower course occurs
Terrain where lower course occurs
Flatter terrain