Question

Which one of the following statements is not correct? a. All rivers that empty into the ocean have deltas. b. Delta soils are often fertile. c. A dam can significantly reduce or shut off the supply of sediment to a delta. d. Wave action can erode a delta.

Answer 1

Answer:

c. A dam can significantly reduce or shut off the supply of sediment to a delta.

Explanation:

• The rivers that drain into the ocean have deltas and they form the mouth of the river and the soil rich land is a called as the delta. The dam can significantly stop or shut the supply of the sediments to the deltas.