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Understanding River Dynamics: Erosion and Deposition
River Dynamics: How Water Shapes the Landscape
Explore the fascinating forces of erosion and deposition in rivers.

River Bend Dynamics
Water flows the fastest on the outside of river bends, and slowest on the inside. The faster-flowing water erodes the outer banks, creating steeper slopes and wider channels. Conversely, the slower-moving water on the inside deposits sediment, forming gentler slopes and creating point bars.
Erosion
The process of wearing away the river banks by fast-flowing water.
Deposition
The process of sediment being dropped by slower-moving water.
Consequences of River Dynamics
Changes in river dynamics can lead to flooding, erosion of infrastructure, and changes in river habitats.
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