Question

Which event is most likely to cause rejuvenation of a stream?
Question 11 options:

A)

During an earthquake, the stream is lifted to a higher elevation.

B)

During a hurricane, heavy rainfall causes the stream to flood.

C)

During a period of thaw, a frozen stream begins to flow again.

D)

During a landslide, a natural dam forms on the stream.

Answer 1

A) During an earthquake, the stream is lifted to a higher elevation.

Explanation: Uplift increases the stream's gradient relative to its base level, giving it renewed potential energy and causing renewed downcutting (rejuvenation).