Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (8th Edition)
Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780321934529
Author: Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa, Kenneth G. Pinzke
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 4.4C, Problem 5A
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The examples of the cut bank, point bar, and an oxbow lake on the stereogram given in the textbook.

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Point bar can be defined as an alluvial deposit that is formed by the internal acceleration to the expanding loop of the river. Point bars are crescent-shaped structures that are located on inside of a stream bed. Cut bank can be defined as the outside bank of the stream.

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Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (8th Edition)

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