Question

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Consider the following statements:
1. Progressive downstream reduction in the size of the materials by collision is known as attrition.
2. Headward Erosion leads to Formation of Gullies.
3. Chambal River valley is known for Riverine Gullies in India.
Which of the following are ‘Correct’ ?

• A. 1 Only
• B. 1 & 2 Only
• C. 3 Only
• D. All of the Above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the Above

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3 When rocks that the river is carrying downwards collide against each other they break apart to become smaller and more rounded.
Gullies is formed when water from overland-flows down a slope, headward erosion further lengthens a gulley.
The ravines of Chambal Valley and the Chos of Hoshiarpur in Punjab are examples of riverine gullies.