Questions :
Which of the following landforms is created by river deposition?
Options :
- Gorge
- Waterfall
- Delta
- V-shaped valley
correct answer : c)
Explanation :
A delta is formed due to the deposition of sediments carried by a river when it enters a sea or ocean and loses its velocity. A gorge and a V-shaped valley are formed by river erosion, while a waterfall is created mainly due to vertical erosion and differences in rock hardness.