What is a floodplain?
A. Steep valley walls
B. Flat land along a river subject to flooding
C. Rocky riverbed
D. Sand dunes in coastal regions
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
A floodplain is a flat area adjacent to a river that experiences periodic flooding and sediment deposition.It is rich in nutrients and ideal for agriculture.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Geomorphology And Surface Processes
Related Questions on Geomorphology and Surface Processes
What is the main agent responsible for the formation of V-shaped valleys?
A. Wind
B. River
C. Glaciers
D. Landslides
Which of the following is an erosional feature formed by wind?
A. Drumlin
B. Oxbow lake
C. Yardang
D. Delta
Join The Discussion