River Landforms 4.5 / 5 based on 6 ratings ? GeographyRiversGCSEAQA Created by: isobelrichardsCreated on: 09-10-17 16:06 The name of the beginning of a river Source 1 of 8 The part of the river where meanders are found. Middle course 2 of 8 The part of the river with the highest velocity of water Thalweg 3 of 8 The build up of sediment on a river bank that is formed after many floods Levee 4 of 8 The transitional zone where freshwater is mixed with sea water Estuary 5 of 8 The area of flat land surrounding a river in the lower course Flood plain 6 of 8 A steep sided valley that is formed as waterfalls erode backwards Gorge 7 of 8 The part of the meander that has been cut off by the river Oxbow lake 8 of 8
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