Potholes and Plunge Pools
Potholes are circular depressions formed by the erosion of rock fragments carried by running water. These depressions grow as pebbles and boulders are collected and rotated by the flowing water.
Plunge pools are large, deep potholes formed at the base of waterfalls due to the impact of falling water and the rotation of boulders. They contribute to the deepening of valleys. They’re like nature’s swimming pools, but they can be really deep and dangerous.
Erosional Landforms (Running water)| Class 11 Geography Notes
Erosional landforms created by running water are the result of water moving across the land, carving out valleys, shaping mountains, and creating a variety of other structures through processes of erosion and deposition. These landforms show us the path water takes as it travels over and through the earth.
This article will give you a detailed guide on Erosional landforms by running water, including their formation and the unique landscapes they create.
Table of Content
- Erosional Landforms of Running Water
- Valleys
- Potholes and Plunge Pools
- Incised or Entrenched Meanders
- River Terraces
- Difference between Erosional and Depositional Landforms