UPSC Geography Oceans and Continents / महासागरों और महाद्वीपों Question Bank Oceans and Marine Resources / Canals etc

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    Ox-bow lake is a feature formed by

    A)  River erosion in youthful stage

    B)  Transportation action of the river

    C)  River erosion in mature stage

    D)  Deposition in old stage of a river

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     Ox-bow lake is a feature formed by River erosion in mature stage. An ox-bow is a crescent-shaped lake lying alongside a winding river. The ox-bow lake is created over time as erosion and deposits of soil change the river's course.


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