What is the term for a steep slope or cliff formed by river downcutting in resistant rock?
A. Bluff
B. Oxbow
C. Terrace
D. Gorge
Answer: Option D
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A gorge is a deep, narrow valley with steep rocky walls, formed by a river cutting through resistant rock.It's often associated with waterfalls.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Geomorphology And Surface Processes
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