At which stage does a river form gorges, valleys, and waterfalls?

Youthful stage

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Mature stage

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Old stage

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Mature and old stages

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Solution

The correct option is A Youthful stage
In the youthful stage, the river flows with full of energy and power. We can observe the vertical erosion at this stage because of the sheer power of the water, cutting the rocks in a vertical fashion. Hence, gorges, valleys, and waterfalls are formed in this stage.

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With reference to landform development during different stages of a stream, consider the following statements:

1. V-shaped valleys and waterfalls are observed in the youth stage

2. In the mature stage, most of landscape is at sea level

3. Waterfalls and rapids disappear in the mature stage

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