7
QuizMultiple Choice

Erosion and Deposition: Water and Ice — Quiz

Question 7 • Earth and Space Science

Why does deposition occur when a river slows as it enters a lake or flat plain?

Answer
A
Water gains energy and begins to erode the ground.
B
Water loses energy and can no longer carry sediment.
C
Sediment becomes heavier the farther it travels along the riverbed.
D
Water temperature changes, affecting sediment.
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