Author: Sujit Sarkar
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/03110024
Abstract: Fluvial processes play a fundamental role in shaping the Earth’s surface, particularly within river basins where the continuous interaction between water flow, sediment transport, and geomorphic forces leads to the evolution of diverse landforms. This research article explores the mechanisms of fluvial processes— erosion, transportation, and deposition—and their contribution to landform development across different stages of river evolution. By examining the spatial and temporal dynamics of river systems, the study highlights how factors such as climate, geology, gradient, and human interventions influence fluvial geomorphology. The article also emphasizes the significance of river basins as dynamic systems that sustain ecological balance, support human settlements, and contribute to economic development. Through a comprehensive geographical perspective, the study underscores the importance of sustainable river basin management in the context of environmental change.
Keywords: Fluvial Processes, River Basin, Erosion, Deposition, Landforms, Meanders, Floodplains, Delta, Geomorphology, Sediment Transport.
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