Rivers and Their Characteristics Quiz
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What characterizes a permanent river?

  • Flows only during the rainy season.
  • Flows only after heavy rainfall.
  • Is only found in arid regions.
  • Flows all year round and is always in contact with the water table. (correct)

    • Which type of river only contacts the water table during certain times of the year?

  • Episodic rivers
  • Periodic rivers (correct)
  • Permanent rivers
  • Intermittent rivers

    • Episodic rivers have which of the following characteristics?

  • Flow intermittently throughout the dry season.
  • Constant flow throughout the year.
  • Flow only after significant rainfall. (correct)
  • Contact with the water table all year round.

    • How does the height of the water table influence the types of rivers?

    <p>It affects whether a river is partially or fully in contact with the water table.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which season are periodic rivers most likely to flow?

    <p>Rainy season</p> Signup and view all the answers

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