Exam Questions ( fluvial )

• Match each of the items labelled A, B, C and D on the diagram with the term that best matches it by writing the correct letter for each in the table below.

  Paired terraces- D

  Incised meander- B

  Waterfall- A

  Knickpoint- C

  
• What is the name of the process that occurs when a river in its lower course begins to erode due to a change in base level?

  This process is called river rejuvenation
• State one reason why a river’s base level can change.

  Its due to isostatic uplift