Question

How is an oxbow lake formed?
a.
An oxbow lake is formed when a lake shrinks due to erosion.
b.
An oxbow lake is formed when the wide bend of a river is cut off.
c.
An oxbow lake is formed when high concentrations of salt are present in lakes.
d.
An oxbow lake is formed when a dam or levee is built on a river. @Abhisar

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

n oxbow lake is a U-shaped body of water that forms when a wide meander from the main stem of a river is cut off, creating a free-standing body of water. This landform is so named for its distinctive curved shape, resembling the bow pin of an oxbow.