Deltas Flashcard

Front

What happens to the river water when sediments are deposited?

Back

It moves slower.

Front

Which of the following is the correct shape of a delta?

Back

Triangle.

Front

Which of the following words goes with 'delta'?

Back

Drop.

Front

Sediments are -

Back

very small rocks and dirt.

Front

Where are deltas located?

Back

At the mouth of a river.

Front

What is a delta?

Back

A landform created by the deposition of sediment at the mouth of a river.

Front

What causes a delta to form?

Back

The slowing down of river water as it enters a larger body of water.

Front

What is sediment?

Back

Material such as sand, silt, and clay that is carried by water.

Front

Why do deltas have a triangular shape?

Back

Because of the way sediment spreads out as the river slows down.

Front

What is the role of water in delta formation?

Back

Water transports sediments and deposits them when it slows down.