10.6D| Module Quiz: Streams

Instructions

After completing all of the assignments in this module with comprehension, you should be ready for this module quiz. Before starting, read through the learning objectives and self-assess how well you understand what you expected to demonstrate. If uncertain, review or contact our tutor or me for guidance.

Read each question carefully and choose or compose the best answer. As always, all work must be your own. Academic integrity is expected. You have one attempt and 60 minutes. 

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Time Needed

30 minutes.

Learning Objectives

• Read topographic maps to locate landmarks, interpret topographic and geologic features, calculate gradient, and identify erosional and depositional landforms
• Identify and describe how landforms are created by stream erosion and deposition
• Compare and contrast the physical characteristics of the three types of stream channels and locate each along a typical stream profile
• Calculate sinuosity and gradient and describe the relationship between these two concepts