Hi Chegg, I like some help with a few questions. Please clearly state the answer
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Question
Hi Chegg,
I like some help with a few questions.
Please clearly state the answer. Thanks,
Question 21
Entrenched meanders are evidence for what sequence of geologic events? Hint: Grand Canyon.
Land uplift was followed by stream downcutting.
Lateral cutting by streams was followed by subsidence of the land.
A sea level rise was followed by stream downcutting.
Stream downcutting upstream was followed by a rise in sea level.
Land subsidence was followed by development of oxbow lakes.
Land uplift was followed by stream downcutting.
Lateral cutting by streams was followed by subsidence of the land.
A sea level rise was followed by stream downcutting.
Stream downcutting upstream was followed by a rise in sea level.
Land subsidence was followed by development of oxbow lakes.
Explanation / Answer
Answer: Land uplift was followed by stream downcutting.
Entrenched meanders are evidence for sequence of geologic events is land uplift was followed by stream downcutting.
On many occasions, the land is uplifted. The uplifting of a mature stream would cause it to give up lateral erosion and river down cutting.