Unilorin Post-UTME Geography 2024 (Model questions) Question 1

Question 1

Rivers and River Landforms

Which of the following processes is not involved in the formation of a delta?

  1. A.Deposition
  2. B.Attrition
  3. C.Transportation
  4. D.Sedimentation
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Attrition)

Explanation

A delta forms where a river slows at its mouth and drops (deposits) the sediment it has transported. Attrition, rocks wearing each other down, is erosion and not part of delta building.