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1
Q

What is deposition?

A

When a river drops the eroded material it’s been transporting

2
Q

When does deposition happen?

A

When a river slows down and loses velocity

3
Q

Name 4 reasons why rivers slow down and deposit material

A
  • the volume in the river decreases
  • the amount of eroded material in the water increases
  • the water is shallower (ex, the inside of a bend)
  • the river reaches its mouth