Question

Mention the three types of drainage patterns.

Answer 1

Instructions:
Mention the 3 drainage patterns and give their definitions. (1+1+1 marks)

Solution:

The three types of drainage patterns are:

• Dendritic drainage pattern
• Trellis drainage pattern
• Radial drainage pattern

The dendritic drainage pattern is shaped in the form of a tree-branch like structure.

In Trellis drainage pattern, the tributaries join the main river at almost right angles as it moves from hard and soft rocks.

In the Radial drainage pattern, all the tributaries form from a single origin and flow out in all directions in a circular shape.