Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

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Chapter 16 - Section 16.6 - Shaping Stream Valleys - Concept Checks - Page 487: 2

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A graded stream is a stream in equilibrium, where the amount of sediment carried and the stream's capacity to erode and transport sediment are balanced. In a graded stream, the flow velocity and sediment load are such that the stream can transport the sediment without excessive deposition or erosion, resulting in a stable channel shape.

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