Which landform is created when a river erodes sideways?
A. Gorge
B. Meander
C. Alluvial fan
D. Cirque
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
A meander forms as a river erodes its banks sideways, especially in its middle to old age.This leads to winding, snake-like bends in the river.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Geomorphology And Surface Processes
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