Question 32
Rivers and River LandformsWhich of the following statements is not true of dendritic pattern of drainage?
- A.It is characterized by irregular branching of tributaries
- B.The tributaries are formed at an acute angle
- C.They develop on homogeneous rock surfaces
- D.They are formed on heterogeneous rock surfaces.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (They are formed on heterogeneous rock surfaces.)
Explanation
A dendritic pattern develops where the rock is uniform (homogeneous), so 'formed on heterogeneous rock surfaces' is the false statement.