Question

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

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2 and 3
• C. Only 1 and 3
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Only 1 and 3

In the youth stage of stream, V-shaped valleys with no flood plains are observed. Waterfalls and rapids are common at this stage. Most of the landscape is at sea level or slightly above it during the old stage and not in mature stage. Waterfalls and rapids disappear at the mature stage.