What is a stream’s gradient? What effect does it have on the work of a stream?

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Vaselesa [24]1 year ago

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Answer:

Stream gradient refers to the slope of the stream's channel .It is the vertical drop of the stream over a horizontal distance.

Explanation:

Gradient is the slope or steepness of a stream channel. It affects the stream's velocity because the steeper the gradient is the greater the velocity due to gravity.

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