Question

Explain the processes by which a river transports its load.

Answer 1

1. Light insoluble materials such as silt and sand are carried in suspension and maintained within the turbulence of the water. Some of them float on surface of the water
2. Large particles/ boulders are pushed and rolled along river bed by force of gravity and moving water
3. Soluble material are dissolved in the water and carried down stream in form of solution
4. Some particles/ pebbles which are fairly heavy are moved in a series of leaps, hops and jumps along river bed through process known as saltation.