Question

Use the diagram to answer each question.
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In the diagram, above, marker A is pointing to a __________, which is formed by water eroding away soft rock around harder rock, creating a steep drop-off.

a.
tributary
b.
oxbow lake
c.
waterfall
d.
delta

Answer 1

b.
oxbow lake is the answer

Answer 2

Answer:

Oxbow lake that is option b is the correct option.

Explanation:

This is a lake of U-shape that is usually formed when water erodes away soft rock around a harder rock or a meander of a river gets cut off and hence creating a steep drop-off and a free-standing body of water. Its distinctive look leads to its name, Oxbow.