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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!

7. Describe in your own words how an oxbow lake is formed.

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