Question

how are flood plains formed​

Answer 1

Answer:

hey there

Explanation:

here is ur answer

Flood plains are formed when a meander erodes side ways as it travels down stream. when a river breaks it's banks, it leaves behind layers of alluvium (silt) These are gradually build up to create the floor of the plain.

hope this helps u

Answer 2

Answer:

HEY FRIEND, THIS IS YOUR ANSWER:-

Explanation:

At the time when the river overflows its banks, this leads to flooding of nearby areas. As it floods it does deposit layer of fine soil and other materials called sediments along its bank. This leads to the formation of the flat fertile floodplain.