Large bends formed by rivers are called __________.
A
waterfalls
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B
water curves
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C
meanders
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D
ox-bow lakes
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Solution
The correct option is C meanders The twists and turns of the rivers create large bends in the river. These bends are called meanders. These landforms are usually created in the mature stage of the river's journey.