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Why do rivers curve?

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Confused about meanders, erosion and deposition?  Why are some rivers raging rapids of white water while others are silty meanders of slow moving water?  This lessons will quickly clarify any questions you might have! Go with the flow and get started!

2. What is needed to turn a straight flowing river into a "bendy" one?

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