Question

question 40

oxbow lakes are associated with which of the following types of streams?

dendritic

straight

braided

meandering

Explanation:

An oxbow lake is formed when a meandering river cuts off a meander, creating a lake. Dendritic streams have a tree - like pattern. Straight streams are relatively straight. Braided streams have multiple interwoven channels. Meandering streams have sinuous curves which can lead to oxbow lake formation.

Answer:

Meandering